Water-Resistant Zipper from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• 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