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Polyester Covered Heart Buttons

Heart-shaped buttons with polyester fabric covering over a plastic core, used in children's apparel. Under HTS 9606.29.60.00 as 'other' buttons, but note textile covering may trigger Chapter 59 review.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+37.5%40.4%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5909.00Lower: 15.8% vs 40.4%

If primarily textile material

Textile-covered buttons are often classified in Chapter 59 based on material predominance.

9606.29.40.00Lower: 40% vs 40.4%

If round and imitation pearl style

'Other' subhierarchy distinguishes basic imitation pearls from novelty shapes.

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

• Test fabric-to-core ratio; if textile predominant, reclassify to avoid penalties

• Include sewing instructions in documentation for end-use verification