Steel Snap Buttons from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include test reports confirming snap strength to comply with apparel safety standards during import
• Label shipments clearly as 'base metal buttons' to prevent confusion with Chapter 39 plastic fasteners
• Avoid declaring as 'parts' if sold individually—finished buttons stay in 9606