Nylon Coil Zipper for Jeans

A slide fastener with continuous plastic filament coil teeth, typically nylon, fitted for use in denim jeans. It falls under HTS 9607.19.0040 because it is a complete slide fastener equipped with continuous plastic filament rather than metal or discrete plastic teeth. Commonly used in casual apparel for its flexibility and lightweight properties.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China13%+35.0%48%
🇲🇽Mexico13%+10.0%23%
🇨🇦Canada13%+10.0%23%
🇩🇪Germany13%+10.0%23%
🇯🇵Japan13%+10.0%23%

Alternative Classifications

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

9607.19.00Same rate: 48%

If fitted with metal chain teeth

Metal tooth slide fasteners are classified separately from plastic filament types.

9607Same rate: 48%

If imported as individual parts like sliders or stops

Parts of slide fasteners, not complete assemblies, fall under the parts heading.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 48%

If textile-covered without functional slider

Textile zipper tapes without fasteners are treated as textile articles, not hardware.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the filament is continuous plastic (e.g

nylon coil) via material testing to avoid reclassification to metal tooth zippers

Include detailed invoices specifying length, slider type, and end-use to facilitate customs clearance