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YKK Nylon Zipper Teeth Slider from Japan

This is a metal slider component with nylon teeth designed for use in slide fasteners on clothing and bags. It falls under HTS 9607.20.0080 as a part of slide fasteners, specifically categorized as 'other' parts excluding certain specified types. These sliders enable the opening and closing mechanism of 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 the slider is specifically for slide fasteners and not a complete zipper to avoid reclassification; provide detailed engineering specs and end-use declarations; check for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian origins