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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed as hair-slides or clips with decorative features
Hair-slides and clips are classified separately from simple hair pins under the same heading but different subheading.
If containing significant precious metal or imitation jewelry elements
Imitation jewelry is excluded from Chapter 96 and classified in Chapter 71.
If primarily made of plastic and resembling general plastic articles
Simple plastic hairpins may fall under other articles of plastics if not specifically fitting combs/hairpins description.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify material composition (metal vs plastic) to confirm classification under hair pins, avoiding reclassification as combs or slides
• Include detailed product images and descriptions in import documentation to distinguish from electric hair curlers (heading 8516)
• Check for any precious metal content, as minor amounts do not affect classification per chapter notes
Related Products under HTS 9615.90.30.00
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.
Plastic Hair Pins
Lightweight hairpins molded from durable plastic, often in various colors and sizes for styling short or fine hair. Classified under HTS 9615.90.30.00 as hair pins, excluding those with heating elements or parts thereof.