Rhinestone Studded Hair Pins from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Quantify rhinestone content (<5% value) to affirm minor status
• Source conflict-free stones if marketing as 'gem-quality'
• Secure stones pre-shipment to prevent loss claims