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Wave-Shaped Hair Pins

Hair pins with wavy prong designs for better hold and volume in hairstyles. Specifically hair pins under HTS 9615.90.30.00, differentiated by shape from straight pins or clips.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.1%+12.5%17.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇨🇦Canada5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9615.90Same rate: 17.6%

If classified as curling pins due to wave shape

Curling pins are separate within the 'other' category if primarily for curling.

8205.51.30Higher: 41.2% vs 17.6%

If metal waves resemble household cutting tools

Base metal tools excluded by chapter note (e).

4823.90Lower: 12.5% vs 17.6%

If paperboard mockups or samples

Paper articles don't qualify for Chapter 96 classification.

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

• Provide engineering drawings showing wave design as grip feature, not comb teeth

• Monitor for anti-dumping duties on specific metal imports from certain countries

• Label for age grading if under 12 years target market