Casein Blanks for Four-Hole Dress Pants Buttons from Japan
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.
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
• 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