Water-Resistant Zipper
Slide fastener with sealed tape and teeth designed for outdoor gear like rain jackets and tents, preventing water ingress. Falls under HTS 9607.19.00.60 as 'other' slide fasteners with specialized coatings not constituting separate plastic dominance.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coating constitutes principal plastic material
Heavily plastic-coated versions may classify as plastic articles if coating value exceeds fastener structure.
If attached to rainwear garments
Functional fasteners on finished waterproof apparel classify with the garment under Chapter 62.
If imported as replacement sliders only
Detachments like sliders or stops classify as parts under 9607.90, separate from assembled fasteners.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify waterproof testing standards (e.g
• AATCC 35) for valuation justification; declare coatings accurately to avoid chemical treatment reclassification
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests parts rather than complete units
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Nylon Coil Zipper
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Metal Teeth Zipper
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Invisible Zipper
Concealed slide fastener with coiled teeth hidden behind fabric tape, designed for elegant garment applications like dresses and skirts. HTS 9607.19.00.60 covers this as an 'other' type not specified elsewhere, valued for seamless aesthetic integration.
Two-Way Zipper
Double slider slide fastener allowing opening from both top and bottom, ideal for sleeping bags, hoodies, and luggage. HTS 9607.19.00.60 includes these multi-functional 'other' zippers distinguished by dual operation mechanism.
Heavy Duty Coil Zipper
Extra-strong nylon coil slide fastener for backpacks, tents, and workwear, featuring reinforced tape and larger slider. Classified under HTS 9607.19.00.60 as 'other' for robust construction beyond standard apparel use.
Separating Zipper
Slide fastener that fully separates into two independent halves, used in cardigans, pilers, and duffels. HTS 9607.19.00.60 captures these 'other' configurations with pin-and-box separating mechanisms.