Casein Blanks for Four-Hole Dress Pants Buttons
Oval-shaped casein blanks intended for buttons on formal dress pants, pre-formed but needing holes and polishing. Casein provides a natural, ivory-like finish ideal for high-end tailoring. Falls under HTS 9606.30.4000 as unfinished button blanks of casein per Chapter 96 notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of natural vegetable products like corozo
Vegetable-derived button blanks (e.g., nut-based) are in 9606.21, distinct from animal-derived casein.
If imported as raw casein powder without forming into blanks
Unshaped casein caseinates are chemical products in Chapter 35, not formed button parts in Chapter 96.
If completed as imitation coral or similar shell buttons
Finished imitation shell buttons classify under 9606.29, post-processing of casein blanks.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'casein button blanks - not suitable for end use' to distinguish from finished apparel parts
• Ensure invoices specify casein material origin (milk protein) to comply with Chapter 96 exclusions for other materials
• Avoid retail packaging; use industrial bulk to prevent shift to consumer goods classification
Related Products under HTS 9606.30.40.00
Casein Button Blanks for Shirt Buttons
Round casein button blanks designed for manufacturing buttons used on men's dress shirts. These blanks are made from milk-derived casein material and require final shaping and drilling for holes. Classified under HTS 9606.30.4000 as button blanks specifically of casein, excluding finished buttons.
Uniform-Grade Casein Button Blanks
Durable casein blanks standardized for military and uniform buttons, offering a matte, professional appearance after finishing. These are semi-finished parts requiring machining for attachment. HTS 9606.30.4000 applies to casein-specific button blanks as per chapter exclusions.
Casein Blanks for Children's Clothing Buttons
Small, smooth casein button blanks for kids' apparel, safe and non-toxic for final button production. They need final hole punching and edging. Classified in 9606.30.4000 for casein button blanks, distinct from finished toys or jewelry per chapter notes.
Engraving-Ready Casein Button Blanks
Premium casein blanks prepared for laser engraving of logos on custom uniform buttons. The milk-protein base allows fine detailing post-import. HTS 9606.30.4000 for casein blanks as unfinished articles of Chapter 96.
Bulk Casein Shank Button Blanks
Casein blanks with pre-formed shank stems for sew-on buttons in upholstery and coats. Require trimming and finishing. Under 9606.30.4000 as casein button parts per hierarchy.
Vintage-Style Casein Button Blanks
Reproduction casein blanks mimicking 1940s ivory buttons for retro fashion. Unfinished for authenticity. HTS 9606.30.4000.