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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.1%+12.5%17.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇨🇦Canada5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7317.00.55Higher: 75% vs 17.6%

If bulk as drawing pins or tacks

Base metal fasteners under Chapter 73.

9615.90Same rate: 17.6%

If imported as parts for assembly

Parts vs complete articles split subheadings.

8479.89Lower: 15% vs 17.6%

If classified as machinery parts

Industrial end-use may shift to Chapter 84/85.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare as 'salon hair pins' not components to hold classification

• Use pallet packaging for bulk but itemize as pins

• Check quota fill rates for metal hair goods