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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

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

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 41%

If generic plastic articles not specifically for buttons

Shifts to other plastic articles if lacking specific button-making shape or function.

7117.90Lower: 21% vs 41%

If containing precious metal or imitation jewelry elements

Chapter notes exclude such from 9606 if primarily jewelry, moving to Chapter 71.

5903.90.20.00Lower: 35% vs 41%

If textile-covered blanks

Textile-covered button parts classify under Chapter 59 as textile articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify material composition via lab testing to confirm plastic/resin classification and avoid metal parts headings

Include detailed invoices specifying 'button blanks' to distinguish from finished buttons under 9606.10

Check for prohibited substances in resins per REACH or CPSIA if destined for apparel