Mini Hair Pins for Fine Hair
Tiny hair pins sized for thin or fine hair, made from lightweight metal or plastic to prevent slippage. Classified specifically as hair pins in HTS 9615.90.30.00, separate from larger clips or slides.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If featuring teeth or comb-like structures
Combs are distinctly classified under the first subheading of 9615.
If for doll-sized pins marketed with toys
Toy accessories are excluded by chapter note (l) to Chapter 96.
If bulk metal pins without hair-specific design
Plain metal pins or screws classify under Chapter 73 as base metal articles.
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
• Highlight size and hair type specificity in marketing to reinforce hair pin classification
• Use HTS advisory rulings for mini sizes if there's risk of toy misclassification
• Ensure no attachment mechanisms that could reclassify as hair grips
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.
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.