Plastic Snap Fasteners for Clothing

Small plastic press-fasteners designed for securing fabric layers in garments like shirts and jackets. These snap-fasteners are valued under 20¢ per dozen and are classified under HTS 9606.10.40.00 as press-fasteners and snap-fasteners and parts thereof.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 38.5%

If considered general plastic articles rather than garment fasteners

Loose plastic items without specific fastening function may shift to Chapter 39 for other plastic products.

5903.90Lower: 12.7% vs 38.5%

If textile-covered or impregnated for apparel use

Textile-reinforced fasteners fall under Chapter 59 for textile fabrics coated or laminated with plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify valuation per dozen pieces with detailed invoices to confirm under 20¢ threshold and avoid reclassification

Include material composition certificates, as plastic content affects duty rates under Chapter 96 exclusions

Ensure packaging labels pieces per dozen to prevent customs disputes on quantity-based valuation