Tortoise Shell Effect Hairpins from Japan
Decorative hairpins with plastic imitating tortoise shell pattern. Remains in 9615.90.60.00 per chapter notes allowing plastic composition even with ornamental appearance.
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
• Certify as plastic (not real tortoise shell) to comply with CITES wildlife regulations
• Emphasize functional hairpin use over decoration in entry documentation
• Sets with excessive beading risk Chapter 71 imitation jewelry classification