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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as generic clips or office supplies
Plain plastic clips without hair-specific design classify as other plastic articles in Chapter 39.
If adorned with imitation pearls
Any imitation gem or pearl setting moves it to the decorated subheading.
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
Related Products under HTS 9615.90.40.00
Rubber Hair Bands
Elastic bands made from natural rubber for ponytail styling and hair bundling. HTS 9615.90.40.00 covers these as rubber hair accessories not set with imitation pearls or gems. Stretchy and reusable for daily wear.
Plastic Bobby Pins
Mini zigzag pins of molded plastic for fine hair control and intricate updos. Fits HTS 9615.90.40.00 as plastic hairpins free of imitation gemstones. Break-resistant substitute for traditional metal bobby pins.
Plastic Hair Comb
A standard wide-tooth comb made entirely from durable plastic for detangling and styling hair. It falls under HTS 9615.90.40.00 as a comb of plastics not set with imitation pearls or gemstones, distinct from metal or decorated versions. Commonly used for everyday hair grooming.
Rubber Shower Comb
A flexible comb crafted from soft rubber for use in wet environments like showers to prevent hair tangles. Classified under HTS 9615.90.40.00 for rubber hair combs without imitation gemstone settings. Ideal for bath and travel use.
Flexible Plastic Hairpin
U-shaped pins made from bendable plastic for holding hair buns and twists securely. Falls under HTS 9615.90.40.00 as plastic hairpins not featuring imitation pearls or gemstones. Lightweight alternative to metal pins.
Plastic Hair Curler Grips
Small plastic grips designed to secure hair curlers in place during styling. Classified in HTS 9615.90.40.00 as curling grips of plastics, without imitation gemstone settings. Essential for heatless curling techniques.