Plastic Snap Fasteners for Clothing from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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