Aluminum Button Molds from Japan
Die-cast aluminum molds for stamping leather buttons in accessories. Other parts of buttons under HTS 9606.30.8000 when supplied as replaceable mold inserts.
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
• Declare as 'button-specific tooling' not general machinery
• Include CAD drawings proving button dimensions
• Check Section XV note exclusions for base metal parts