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Vintage Style Bakelite Reproduction Buttons

Modern thermoset plastic buttons replicating 1920s bakelite look for retro fashion. Classified HTS 9606.29.60.00 as 'other' plastic buttons.

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.

9706Lower: 12.5% vs 40.4%

If genuine antique buttons

Antiques over 100 years in Chapter 97.

3917.40.00Higher: 42.8% vs 40.4%

If bulk resin fittings

Unfinished thermosets in Chapter 39.

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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

• Specify synthetic resin to distinguish from antiques

• Age appearance doesn't change material HTS