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Uniform-Grade Casein Button Blanks from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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