Tin-Plated Blouse Buttons from Japan
Shiny tin-plated base metal buttons for lightweight blouses and scarves. Classified under HTS 9606.22.00.00 as uncovered metal buttons for apparel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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