Brass Button Blanks
Unstamped brass discs serving as blanks for metal buttons used in uniforms and jackets. HTS 9606.30.8000 covers these as other button blanks, prior to final stamping or finishing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as hooks/eyes or buckles
Similar metal fasteners shift to 8308 if designed for alternative closure functions.
If cuff button sets or jewelry-like
Chapter notes move precious metal clad or jewelry articles to Chapter 71.
If simple iron/steel screws or caps
Base metal threaded articles in Chapter 73 if not button-specific.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct alloy testing to confirm base metal status and exclude from jewelry exclusions
• Declare exact metal content on commercial invoices for accurate valuation
• Ensure blanks meet lead-free standards if for children's apparel per CPSIA
Related Products under HTS 9606.30.80.00
ABS Plastic Button Blanks
High-impact ABS plastic blanks for machine-engraved logo buttons. Other button blanks under HTS 9606.30.8000 for promotional uniform production.
Copper Snap-Fastener Parts
Machined copper alloy parts for corrosion-resistant snap-fasteners in marine apparel. HTS 9606.30.8000 as other parts of snap-fasteners.
Horn Button Blanks
Shaped blanks from water buffalo horn for premium menswear buttons. Classifies in HTS 9606.30.8000 as button blanks from non-excluded natural materials.
Polyester Button Blanks
Unfinished blanks made from polyester resin designed for manufacturing into decorative buttons for clothing. These fall under HTS 9606.30.8000 as button blanks, which are other parts intended for button production, not yet shaped into final buttons.
Wooden Button Molds
Carved wooden cores used as molds for shaping fabric-covered buttons in garment manufacturing. Classified in HTS 9606.30.8000 as other parts of buttons, specifically molds not yet assembled with coverings.
Acrylic Button Molds
Transparent acrylic molds for creating custom resin buttons in fashion accessories. These are other parts of buttons under HTS 9606.30.8000, used in molding processes before final curing.