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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9606.10Lower: 12.7% vs 35%

If for metal button molds rather than casein blanks

Button molds of metal are in 9606.10, while casein blanks are organic material parts.

6205.20.20Higher: 37.2% vs 35%

If buttons are already attached to garments

Buttons become part of men's shirts under Chapter 62 when assembled, not separate Chapter 96 parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide dyeing specifications if colored, as casein accepts pigments but must remain 'blanks' pre-drilling

Cross-check against Chapter 39 plastics; use FTIR testing for casein verification

Declare as industrial inputs for Form 5501 eligibility if applicable

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.

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.

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.