Plastic Hair Clip

A snap-style hair clip made of injection-molded plastic for securing ponytails and updos. It qualifies for HTS 9615.90.40.00 as a hair-slide of plastics, plain without any imitation pearl or gemstone embellishments. Popular for casual and athletic hairstyles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 15.3%

If sold as generic clips or office supplies

Plain plastic clips without hair-specific design classify as other plastic articles in Chapter 39.

9615.90Same rate: 15.3%

If adorned with imitation pearls

Any imitation gem or pearl setting moves it to the decorated subheading.

8308.10.00.00Higher: 37.9% vs 15.3%

If incorporating metal springs or hinges

Metal parts dominant items may fall under Chapter 83 clasps and frames.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide CAD drawings showing clip mechanism to prove it's a hair-slide, not a general plastic fastener

Avoid retail packaging with decorative elements that could imply gem settings, triggering higher scrutiny

Document end-use as hair accessory to prevent shift to Chapter 39 closures/fasteners

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