Polyester Covered Heart Buttons from Japan
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.
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
• Test fabric-to-core ratio; if textile predominant, reclassify to avoid penalties
• Include sewing instructions in documentation for end-use verification