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Copper Pocket Buttons

Antique-style copper buttons for shirt pockets and vests, prized for their patina. These base metal items without textile covering are under HTS 9606.22.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7409Lower: 15.5% vs 37.5%

If unfinished copper blanks before button forming

Raw or semi-processed copper articles classify under Chapter 74, not finished buttons.

9602.00.40Lower: 21.8% vs 37.5%

If carved from copper-like mineral material

Vegetable/mineral carving materials for buttons fall under 9602 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare copper purity levels to leverage any preferential tariff treatments for base metals

• Avoid textile-contact packaging to prevent accidental 'covered' classification

• Watch for lead content in alloys—comply with CPSIA limits for apparel imports

Related Products under HTS 9606.22.00.00

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Durable steel press-stud buttons used for quick fastening on jackets and bags. Falls under HTS 9606.22.00.00 as base metal buttons without textile covering, distinct from plastic snaps.

Tin-Plated Blouse Buttons

Shiny tin-plated base metal buttons for lightweight blouses and scarves. Classified under HTS 9606.22.00.00 as uncovered metal buttons for apparel.

Metal Press-Studs for Jackets

Heavy-duty base metal press-studs for waterproof jackets and coats. HTS 9606.22.00.00 for non-textile covered metal fasteners.

Silver-Tone Metal Shirt Buttons

Polished base metal buttons with silver-tone finish for men's shirts. No textile covering qualifies for HTS 9606.22.00.00 classification.

Iron Rivet Buttons for Belts

Rustic iron rivet-style buttons for leather belts and vests. Base metal, uncovered, under HTS 9606.22.00.00.

Alloy Uniform Buttons

Military-style alloy buttons for uniforms, base metal only. HTS 9606.22.00.00.