| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8305100010 | Doc | 40.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8305100050 | Doc | 65.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8308100000 | Doc | 1.1¢/kg + 2.9%+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8308909000 | Doc | 57.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205000500 | Doc | 57.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205008000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4201006000 | Doc | 57.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4201003000 | Doc | 57.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Loose Leaf Clasp
A loose leaf clasp, also known as a binder clip or paper clip alternative, is a fastening device used to hold stacks of paper together without permanently binding them. It utilizes spring steel to apply pressure to the sheets, offering a reusable and adjustable method for document organization.
Material:
- Spring Steel: The primary component, providing the clamping force and resilience. Different grades of steel affect durability and strength.
- Coating (Optional): Often coated in plastic or vinyl for comfort, to prevent paper damage, and to provide color-coding options.
Purpose:
- Temporary Binding: Holding papers together for short-term projects, reports, or presentations.
- Organization: Grouping documents, receipts, or notes.
- Alternative to Staplers/Binders: Providing a non-permanent fastening solution.
Function:
The clasp operates on the principle of opposing spring pressure. Two spring steel arms are joined by a connecting piece. When pressure is applied, the arms are forced apart, allowing papers to be inserted between them. Upon release, the spring steel returns to its original shape, clamping the papers together. The strength of the clasp depends on the steel's gauge and length.
Usage Scenarios:
- Office Environments: Organizing reports, presentations, and correspondence.
- Educational Settings: Bundling assignments, notes, and handouts.
- Home Use: Managing bills, recipes, or personal documents.
- Craft Projects: Holding fabric or other materials together temporarily.
Common Types:
- Standard Binder Clips: Feature two spring steel arms with looped handles. Available in various sizes (numbered 0-80, with larger numbers indicating greater capacity).
- Gem Paper Clips: Smaller, simpler clips typically used for fewer sheets. Often feature a coated finish.
- Decorative Clips: Available in a variety of shapes, colors, and materials (e.g., plastic, metal) for aesthetic purposes.
- Box Clips: Designed to hold a larger volume of paper and provide a more secure hold.
- Binder Discs: Used with a hole punch to create a customizable, ring-bound system. Though functionally different, they offer a similar reusable binding solution.
Loose leaf clasps fall under fittings for looseleaf binders or files, clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal. The following HS codes are relevant:
- 8305100010: This HS code covers fittings for looseleaf binders or files, specifically ring binder mechanisms. It falls under Chapter 83 (Miscellaneous manufactured articles) and Heading 05 (Fittings for looseleaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, and parts thereof, of base metal; staples in strips). The subheading 100010 specifically denotes ring binder mechanisms. The current tax rate is a base tariff of 2.9% plus a surcharge of 7.5%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 40.4%.
- 8305100050: This HS code also covers fittings for looseleaf binders or files, but categorizes them as "Other" within the same Chapter 83 and Heading 05. The current tax rate is a base tariff of 2.9% plus a surcharge of 7.5%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025. Additionally, a 25% surcharge applies to steel or aluminum products, resulting in a total tariff of 65.4%.
- 8308100000: This HS code covers clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, used for clothing or clothing accessories, footwear, jewelry, wrist watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods or saddlery. It falls under Chapter 83 and Heading 08. The current tax rate is a base tariff of 1.1¢/kg + 2.9% plus a surcharge of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 1.1¢/kg + 2.9% + 55.0%.
- 8308909000: This HS code covers "Other" clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, including parts. It falls under Chapter 83 and Heading 90. The current tax rate is a base tariff of 2.7% plus a surcharge of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 57.7%.
Regarding HS codes 8305100010 and 8305100050, please note the differing surcharge rates based on material composition. If the loose leaf clasp is made of steel or aluminum, the 25% surcharge for HS code 8305100050 will apply.