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Heavy-Duty Polyester Zipper from Germany

Reinforced polyester slide fastener for tents, backpacks, and luggage, with larger teeth for durability. Falls under HTS 9607.19.00 as 'other' non-metal, non-footwear slide fasteners. Built for high-stress outdoor gear.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

13%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify gauge (e.g

• #10) and end-use in invoices to justify 'other' classification

• Bundle in bulk reels; retail packaging may trigger 'set' considerations

• Avoid mislabeling as metal to prevent duty reassessment under 9607.19.20