Plastic Bobby Pins from Japan

Small U-shaped plastic pins used to secure hair sections during styling. This product is classified in HTS 9615.19.60.00 as plastic hairpins, separate from metal versions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Count pins per package accurately for statistical reporting; bulk packs may trigger different quotas

• Test for phthalate content if for children under 12 to meet CPSIA requirements

• Declare as 'hairpins' specifically to avoid general plastic article classification