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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.

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.

9609.90.40Lower: 20% vs 37.5%

If sold as part of pencil erasers—no, for pens

Irrelevant; stick to fasteners—pens are separate.

4823.90Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If imitation buttons on paper products

Paper or cardboard imitations classify under Chapter 48.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Plating specs prevent reclassification as 'clad with precious metal' under Chapter 96 notes

• For food-contact blouses? No, but ensure no migration issues in tin plating

• Declare thread count compatibility if bundled with sewing kits