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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If structured as combs or hair-slides rather than pins
Combs and hair-slides have distinct subheadings within 9615 based on form and function.
If marketed as toys or costume accessories for play
Chapter 95 excludes toys and games from Chapter 96 classifications.
If for bulk plastic pins not specifically for hair use
General plastic articles of heading 3926 apply if not fitting the specific hair pin definition.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label products clearly as 'hair pins' and provide samples if requested to prevent misclassification as toy accessories
• Ensure compliance with CPSIA if targeted at children, including lead content testing for plastic components
• Document manufacturing process to prove they are not parts of electric curlers excluded under heading 8516
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.