| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8444000090 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8444000010 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8487900080 | Doc | 83.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8487900040 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9606292000 | Doc | 0.3¢/line/ gross + 4.5%+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9606296000 | Doc | 57.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7326908688 | Doc | 82.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7326908688 | Doc | 82.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7323999080 | Doc | 83.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7323997000 | Doc | 60.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926902500 | Doc | 44.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926909989 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924104000 | Doc | 33.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924905650 | Doc | 40.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Button Trim Cover
A button trim cover, also known as a button boot, button shield, or button protector, is a small, often decorative, component used to conceal the shank of a button and reinforce the buttonhole attachment point on garments.
Material
Button trim covers are typically constructed from materials matching or complementing the garment fabric. Common materials include:
- Plastic: Widely used for affordability and versatility. Available in various colors and finishes.
- Metal: Often used for higher-end garments or for decorative effect. Brass, steel, and other alloys are common.
- Fabric: Coated or laminated fabric, often matching the garment's main fabric, provides a seamless look.
- Cellulose Acetate: A plant-based plastic offering a natural appearance and feel.
Purpose
The primary purposes of a button trim cover are:
- Concealment: Hides the button shank and the stitching securing the button to the fabric, creating a cleaner appearance.
- Reinforcement: Distributes stress around the buttonhole, preventing fabric tearing or button loss due to strain.
- Decoration: Adds a decorative element, often complementing the button design.
- Protection: Protects the fabric around the buttonhole from abrasion and wear.
Function
A button trim cover functions by:
- Encapsulating the Button Shank: The cover is designed to fit snugly around the button shank, hiding it from view.
- Securing to the Garment: The cover is typically stitched or fused to the underside of the garment fabric, around the buttonhole.
- Distributing Stress: The larger surface area of the cover helps to spread the force applied to the buttonhole, reducing the risk of fabric damage.
Usage Scenarios
Button trim covers are commonly used in:
- Suits and Blazers: To reinforce and conceal button attachments on tailored garments.
- Coats and Jackets: For durability and a polished look on outerwear.
- Shirts and Blouses: Especially on dress shirts, to maintain a neat appearance.
- Women's Fashion: Frequently used on blouses, dresses, and skirts for decorative and functional purposes.
Common Types
- Flat Covers: A simple, disc-shaped cover, often used for basic reinforcement and concealment.
- Shaped Covers: Available in various shapes (round, square, oval, etc.) to complement button designs.
- Decorative Covers: Feature embossed patterns, metallic finishes, or other embellishments.
- Self-Covered Buttons: A button kit where fabric is wrapped around a button form, and a trim cover is used to secure the fabric to the button and garment.
- Plastic Shank Covers: Covers specifically designed for buttons with plastic shanks, offering a secure and durable attachment.
Based on the provided information, the following HS codes are relevant to “button trim cover”:
- 9606292000 - Buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press-studs, button molds and other parts of these articles; button blanks: Buttons: Other: Of acrylic resin, of polyester resin or of both such resins, covered with textile material. This code specifically covers buttons made of acrylic or polyester resin and covered with textile material.
- 9606296000 - Buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press-studs, button molds and other parts of these articles; button blanks: Buttons: Other: Other: Other. This code covers buttons not specifically defined elsewhere, including those not made of acrylic or polyester resin, or not covered with textile material.
- 3926902500 - Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Handles and knobs, not elsewhere specified or included, of plastics. If the “trim cover” functions as a handle or knob made of plastic, this code may be applicable.
Regarding HS code 9606292000 and 9606296000, the tariff is calculated as follows: basic tariff: 0.3¢/line/ gross + 4.5%, additional tariff: 25.0%, additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%.
Regarding HS code 3926902500, the tariff is calculated as follows: basic tariff: 6.5%, additional tariff: 7.5%, additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%.
Please note that the correct HS code classification depends on the material composition and specific function of the “button trim cover”. If the material is acrylic resin, polyester resin, or both, and it is covered with textile material, 9606292000 is the most appropriate code. Otherwise, 9606296000 should be considered. If the item functions as a handle or knob made of plastic, 3926902500 may be applicable.