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%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
• 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