Polyester Button Blanks from Japan
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.
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
• 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