Grip-Tight Silicone-Coated Hair Pins
Hair pins with silicone coating on metal prongs for enhanced grip on slippery hair types. Falls under HTS 9615.90.30.00 as hair pins, with coating considered a minor feature per chapter notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the silicone coating dominates and resembles rubber articles
Articles of rubber or silicone may classify under Chapter 40 if not primarily hair pins.
If sold as parts of hair curlers or styling tools
Parts of the articles in heading 9615 have a separate subheading.
If metal prongs resemble files, rasps, or similar tools
Base metal tools are excluded under chapter notes to Section XV.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify coating material in technical specs to differentiate from rubberized grips that might classify elsewhere
• Include grip performance test data if challenged on functionality during customs review
• Package individually or in small sets to avoid bulk classification shifts
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Industrial Pack Hair Pins
Bulk packs of 1000+ plain metal hair pins for salon or manufacturing use. Still individual hair pins under HTS 9615.90.30.00; packaging doesn't change classification.
Kids' Sparkle Hair Pins
Child-safe sparkle-coated hair pins in fun shapes for young girls' hairstyles. HTS 9615.90.30.00 as hair pins, not toys per chapter exclusion note.
Extra Long Hair Pins
Extended length hair pins for thick or long hair updos, typically 3-4 inches metal construction. Still hair pins under HTS 9615.90.30.00 regardless of size variation.
Colorful Snap Hair Pins
Vibrant colored plastic hair pins with snap-fit design for quick application. Classified as hair pins in HTS 9615.90.30.00, not clips due to pin insertion mechanism.
Rhinestone Studded Hair Pins
Hair pins embellished with rhinestone studs for evening wear sparkle. HTS 9615.90.30.00 as hair pins; rhinestones are minor per chapter note allowing precious/semi-precious elements.
Metal Bobby Pins
Small U-shaped hairpins made of thin metal wire, typically coated with plastic or enamel for grip and decoration. They are designed to hold hair in place securely and fall under HTS 9615.90.30.00 as hair pins, distinct from combs or curlers.