Metal Bobby Pins from Japan
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.
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%
Import Tips
• 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