Find HS Code and trade information for diamond cloth stickers

Diamond Cloth Stickers

Diamond cloth stickers, also known as iron-on patches or heat transfer vinyl (HTV) patches featuring diamond-like designs, are decorative appliques used for embellishing fabrics. They consist of a design created with small, sparkling elements—typically rhinestones, crystals, or simulated diamonds—applied to a backing material that allows for adhesion via heat.

Material

• Design Elements: Primarily composed of acrylic, glass, or resin stones mimicking diamonds. These stones come in various sizes, shapes (round, square, teardrop, etc.), and colors. Higher-quality stickers utilize genuine crystals (e.g., Swarovski) for enhanced brilliance and durability.
• Adhesive Backing: Usually a heat-activated adhesive layer. Common backing types include:
  • Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV): A polyurethane-based material that bonds to fabric when heated.
  • Iron-on Adhesive: A thermoplastic adhesive that melts and adheres to the fabric upon ironing.
• Base Fabric: A carrier fabric (often polyester) that holds the design elements in place during application and is sometimes removed after application, or remains as part of the patch.

Purpose

• Decoration: Primarily used to add sparkle, visual interest, and customization to clothing, accessories, and other fabric items.
• Repair: Can cover small holes or imperfections in fabrics.
• Personalization: Allows for unique design creation and branding.

Function

The primary function is to securely adhere a decorative diamond design to a fabric surface. The heat-activated adhesive melts when exposed to sufficient heat and pressure, creating a bond between the sticker and the fabric fibers. The quality of the bond depends on the adhesive type, fabric composition, heat and pressure applied, and proper application technique.

Usage Scenarios

• Clothing: Jeans, t-shirts, jackets, dresses, skirts, hats.
• Accessories: Bags, backpacks, shoes, belts.
• Home Decor: Pillows, curtains, upholstery.
• Dance & Performance Costumes: Adding embellishments to stage wear.
• Craft Projects: Scrapbooking, DIY fashion, personalized gifts.

Common Types

• Iron-on Diamond Patches: Pre-designed patches with a full iron-on adhesive backing. These are the most common and easiest to apply.
• Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) Diamond Designs: Designs cut from HTV material and applied with a heat press or iron. Often require a cutting machine (e.g., Cricut, Silhouette) to create custom designs.
• Self-Adhesive Diamond Patches: Patches with a pre-applied, pressure-sensitive adhesive. These generally have lower durability and are suitable for temporary applications.
• Rhinestone Iron-on Transfers: Similar to iron-on patches but specifically utilizing rhinestones as the decorative element.
• Hotfix Patches: Patches where the diamonds are individually applied with a hotfix applicator, creating a more secure and durable bond.

Diamond cloth stickers can be classified under several HS codes based on their material and application, as detailed below:

• 3919905060: Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls: Other: Other Other. This code applies if the stickers are made of plastic and are self-adhesive. The total tax rate is 60.8%, comprising a base tariff of 5.8% and an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
• 3926903300: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Beads, bugles and spangles, not strung (except temporarily) and not set; articles thereof, not elsewhere specified or included: Handbags. While primarily for handbags, this code could apply if the diamond cloth stickers are considered articles of plastics and are not elsewhere specified. The total tax rate is 36.5%, consisting of a base tariff of 6.5% and an additional tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
• 8308903000: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of a kind used for clothing or clothing accessories, footwear, jewelry, wrist watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods or saddlery or for other made up articles; tubular or bifurcated rivets, of base metal; beads and spangles, of base metal: Other, including parts: Beads and spangles of base metal. This code is applicable if the stickers contain base metal beads and spangles and are used for clothing or accessories. The total tax rate is 55.0%, with a base tariff of 0.0% and additional tariffs of 25.0% and 30.0% after April 2, 2025.

It is important to note that the final classification depends on the specific composition and intended use of the diamond cloth stickers. If the stickers are primarily plastic-based and self-adhesive, 3919905060 is the most likely classification. However, if they incorporate base metal elements, 8308903000 may be more appropriate.