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Acrylic Textile-Covered Dress Pants Buttons

Small, elegant buttons with acrylic resin interiors wrapped in fine textile for use on trousers and formal pants. They qualify for HTS 9606.29.20.00 as buttons of acrylic resin covered with textile, providing a seamless match with suiting fabrics. Popular in tailoring for a professional finish.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+37.5%42%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9606.29.60Lower: 40.4% vs 42%

If of phenolic resins instead of acrylic/polyester

Phenolic resin buttons have a separate subheading regardless of covering.

9608.20.00Lower: 24% vs 42%

If designed as slide fasteners or zippers, not buttons

Slide fasteners and parts classify in 9608, distinct from buttons.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 42%

If imported as unfinished resin blanks without textile covering

Unfinished plastic articles default to Chapter 39 heading 3926.

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

• Conduct fiber content analysis on the textile covering to confirm it's not plastic textile under Chapter 59

• Declare exact dimensions and quantity per gross, as customs may scrutinize for undervaluation