YKK #5 Metal Zipper Slider from Japan
This is a precision-engineered metal slider for #5 size zippers, designed to glide smoothly along zipper chains for clothing and bags. It falls under HTS 9607.20.00.40 as a dedicated part of slide fasteners, specifically sliders with an attached pull tab, excluding complete zippers.
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 slider size and material compatibility with zipper chain to ensure correct classification under 9607.20.00.40; mismatches may lead to reclassification
• Provide detailed technical specs and manufacturer certifications to avoid customs delays on metal content declarations
• Label shipments clearly as 'zipper sliders' and include invoices specifying 'parts of slide fasteners' to prevent confusion with complete zippers