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Plastic Bobby Pins from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

21%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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