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Staples

Staples are a common office and household fastener used to bind sheets of paper or other materials together. They are typically made of metal and are driven into materials using a stapler.

Material

Staples are predominantly constructed from steel, though variations exist. * Steel: The most common material, offering a balance of strength and cost-effectiveness. * Stainless Steel: Used in applications requiring corrosion resistance, such as outdoor use or binding materials prone to rust. * Aluminum: Lighter and less prone to rust than steel, but generally weaker. * Copper: Used for decorative or specialized applications.

Purpose

The primary purpose of staples is to securely join multiple sheets of paper or similar thin materials. They offer a quick and relatively permanent binding solution.

Function

Staples function by piercing through the materials being bound and then bending over to clinch together on the opposite side. This creates a mechanical bond that holds the sheets in place. The effectiveness of the clinch depends on the staple's gauge (thickness), leg length, and the material being stapled.

Usage Scenarios

• Office: Binding documents, reports, presentations, and other paperwork.
• Home: General household use for organizing papers, crafts, and light repairs.
• Education: Students use staples for assignments, projects, and organizing notes.
• Packaging: Securing cardboard boxes or other packaging materials.
• Upholstery/Crafts: Some specialized staples are used in upholstery and crafting projects.

Common Types

• Standard Staples: The most common type, available in various sizes (leg lengths) and gauges. Typically used with standard staplers.
• Heavy-Duty Staples: Thicker and longer staples designed for binding larger quantities of paper or thicker materials.
• Mini Staples: Smaller staples used in mini staplers, often for lighter tasks or portability.
• Flat Crown Staples: Have a flattened crown (the part that bends over) for a lower profile clinch, often used in staplers designed specifically for them.
• Conical Crown Staples: Feature a conical crown, providing a more permanent clinch and often used in industrial staplers.
• Bookbinding Staples: Longer, wider staples used for binding books and booklets.
• Electric Stapler Staples: Designed for use in electric staplers, often available in cartridges for quick loading.
• Arrow Staples (Tackers): Used in tackers for upholstery, carpeting, and other fabric applications. These are typically wider and have a barbed design.

Staples are typically supports for paper pulp, paper or paperboard, used for fastening papers together. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant:

• 4822100000: Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard (whether or not perforated or hardened): Of a kind used for winding textile yarn. While primarily for textile yarn, this code covers supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard.

  • 48: Chapter 48 – Paper or paperboard; articles of paper pulp, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers.
  • 22: Heading 22 – Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports.
  • 100000: Subheading 100000 – Of a kind used for winding textile yarn.

• 4822900000: Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard (whether or not perforated or hardened): Other. This code covers supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard not specifically for winding textile yarn.

  • 48: Chapter 48 – Paper or paperboard; articles of paper pulp, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers.
  • 22: Heading 22 – Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports.
  • 900000: Subheading 900000 – Other.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'staples' are limited, with only the following 2 found.

Both HS codes have a base tariff of 0.0%, a surcharge of 25.0%, and a surcharge of 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 55.0%.