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CN → US| HS Code | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7326908688 | 87.9% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 7326200090 | 88.9% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 8308906000 | 38.9% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 9606108000 | 37.7% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 8308100000 | 0.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
AI Analysis
🖱️ Belt Buckle Fasteners (Hardware for Belts)
🌐 HS Code Reference & Clearance Guide | 2026 Latest Tariff Analysis | Professional Clearance Strategy
📌 I. Product Definition & Classification: Do You Really Know "Belt Buckles"?
Belt buckle fasteners are critical hardware components for apparel, leather goods, and industrial belts. In international trade, their classification depends heavily on material, function, and specific design.
Metal Belt Buckles: Made of iron, steel, or base metals (zinc alloy, brass, etc.), often used for clothing or leather belts.
Plastic/Other Material Buckles: May fall under different chapters if not primarily metal.
⚠️ Key Distinction Points:
- If the buckle is primarily a metal fastener/clasp used for belts or similar items → Check Chapters 83 or 73.
- If it functions specifically as a button-like press stud or snap fastener → Check Chapter 96.
- If it is a generic metal structural part with no specific fastening function → Check Chapter 73.
📦 II. HS Code Classification Details (2026 Latest Tariff Authoritative Comparison)
| HS Code | Product Description | Application Scenario | Material/Function |
|---|---|---|---|
7326.90.86.88 |
Other articles of iron or steel (general metal parts) | Generic metal fasteners, structural metal clips | ✅ Iron/Steel (General) |
7326.20.00.90 |
Other articles of wire of iron or steel | Wire-formed metal fasteners, twisted wire clips | ✅ Iron/Steel (Wire) |
8308.90.60.00 |
Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, hook eyes, snap fasteners... | Metal buckles for belts, leather goods, clothing | ✅ Metal (Clasp/Buckle) |
9606.10.80.00 |
Buttons, press studs, snap fasteners and parts thereof | Press-button style buckles, snap fasteners | ✅ Plastic/Metal (Snap) |
8308.10.00.00 |
Hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like... | Hook-and-eye type buckles, specific metal fittings for clothing/leather | ✅ Base Metal (Hook/Eye) |
🔍 Key Reminder:
- Most common belt buckles are classified under 8308.90.60.00 or 8308.10.00.00 as they are specifically "clasps" or "hooks/eyes" for apparel.
- If the buckle is a simple metal clip without a specific "clasp" mechanism, it might fall under 7326.
- Plastic or composite buckles that function as press studs may fall under 9606.10.80.00.
💰 III. 2026 Latest Tariff Rate Details (Including Additional Taxes & Policy Surcharges)
✅ Applicable Country: United States (US)
✅ Origin: China (CN)
✅ Effective Time: November 10, 2025 (and subsequent imports)
🎯 1. 7326.90.86.88 —— Other Articles of Iron or Steel (General)
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 2.9% (ad valorem) |
| Section 301 (Add'l) | +25.0% |
| Section 122 (Steel/Alu/Cu) | +10.0% |
| Total Rate | 87.9% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value × 87.9% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | ❌ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | USITC:7326.90.86.88 → FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 (301) + IEEPA:9903.01.24 (122) |
📌 Explanation:
- Base 2.9%: Standard MFN rate for general steel articles.
- 301 Tariff 25%: Applied to most Chinese steel products.
- Section 122 10%: Specific tariff on steel, aluminum, and copper products imported under Section 122 of the Trade Expansion Act.
- Total 87.9%: Extremely high tariff burden. Not recommended unless no better classification exists.
🎯 2. 7326.20.00.90 —— Other Articles of Wire of Iron or Steel
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 3.9% (ad valorem) |
| Section 301 (Add'l) | +25.0% |
| Section 122 (Steel/Alu/Cu) | +10.0% |
| Total Rate | 88.9% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value × 88.9% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | ❌ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | USITC:7326.20.00.90 → FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 (301) + IEEPA:9903.01.24 (122) |
📌 Note:
- If the belt buckle is made of twisted or formed steel wire (e.g., wire hangers, wire clips), it falls here.
- Total 88.9% is the highest rate in this dataset. Avoid if possible.
🎯 3. 8308.90.60.00 —— Clasps, Frames with Clasps, Buckles, etc. (Other)
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 3.9% (ad valorem) |
| Section 301 (Add'l) | +25.0% |
| Section 122 (Steel/Alu/Cu) | ❌ Not Applied (Chapter 83 is not included in Section 122 steel tariff) |
| Total Rate | 38.9% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value × 38.9% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | ❌ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | USITC:8308.90.60.00 → FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 (301) |
📌 Explanation:
- Base 3.9%: Standard rate for base metal articles (clasps, buckles).
- 301 Tariff 25%: Applied to most Chinese goods under Section 301.
- No Section 122: Chapter 83 (base metal articles) is exempt from the Section 122 steel tariff.
- Total 38.9%: Significantly lower than Chapter 73 codes. Recommended for general metal belt buckles.
🎯 4. 9606.10.80.00 – Buttons, Press Studs, Snap Fasteners (Other)
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 2.7% (ad valorem) |
| Section 301 (Add'l) | +25.0% |
| Section 122 (Steel/Alu/Cu) | ❌ Not Applied |
| Total Rate | 37.7% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value × 37.7% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | ❌ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | USITC:9606.10.80.00 → FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 (301) |
📌 Note:
- If the "belt buckle" is actually a press stud, snap fastener, or button-style closure (even if metal), it may fall under Chapter 96.
- Total 37.7%: The lowest rate among the options. Best if the product qualifies as a "snap fastener."
🎯 5. 8308.10.00.00 – Hooks, Eyes, Eyelets, etc. (of Base Metal)
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 1.1¢/kg + 2.9% (ad valorem) |
| Section 301 (Add'l) | +25.0% |
| Section 122 (Steel/Alu/Cu) | ❌ Not Applied |
| Total Rate | 1.1¢/kg + 2.9% + 25.0% |
| Tax Calculation | (Weight × 1.1¢) + (CIF Value × 27.9%) |
| De Minimis Eligibility | ❌ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | USITC:8308.10.00.00 → FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 (301) |
📌 Explanation:
- Base 1.1¢/kg + 2.9%: Specific duty for hooks/eyes/eyelets.
- 301 Tariff 25%: Applied to Chinese goods.
- No Section 122: Chapter 83 is exempt.
- Total: Mixed rate. For heavy items, weight-based duty dominates; for light items, ad valorem dominates. Usually cheaper than 8308.90.60.00 if items are small/light.
🛠️ IV. Customs Clearance Practical Advice (Battle-Tested Pitfall Guide)
✅ 1. Material Declaration (Crucial for Chapter 73 vs. 83 vs. 96)
| Document | Must Provide | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ✅ Material Specification | ✔️ | Specify: Zinc Alloy, Stainless Steel, Brass, Plastic, etc. |
| ✅ Product Photos | ✔️ | Show mechanism: Is it a clasp, a snap, a hook, or a wire clip? |
| ✅ Function Description | ✔️ | "Buckle for leather belt," "Snap fastener for clothing," "Metal clip for wire" |
| ✅ Technical Drawing | ✔️ | Highlight the closure mechanism |
✅ 2. Classification Strategy (Key Mantra)
🔥 "Clasp is 83, Snap is 96, Wire is 73. Choose wisely!"
| Scenario | Recommended HS Code | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Metal Belt Buckle (Clasp type) | 8308.90.60.00 |
Explicitly covers "buckles" for belts/leather |
| Press-Stud/Snap Fastener (Button-like) | 9606.10.80.00 |
Lowest rate (37.7%), if functionally a snap |
| Hook-and-Eye Type (Small fittings) | 8308.10.00.00 |
Low base rate, good for small/light items |
| Wire-Formed Clip (No clasp mechanism) | 7326.20.00.90 |
High rate (88.9%) – Avoid if possible |
| Generic Metal Part (No specific fastening) | 7326.90.86.88 |
High rate (87.9%) – Avoid if possible |
✅ 3. Special Case Handling
| Situation | Handling Advice |
|---|---|
| Mixed Material Buckle (Metal frame + Plastic part) | If metal constitutes >50% by weight/value, classify under Chapter 83. If plastic dominates, consider Chapter 39 (not in dataset, but usually lower tax). |
| Buckle with Integrated Logo | Still classified under 8308 or 9606. Logos do not change HS code. |
| OEM Custom Buckle | Provide client design specs. Ensure description matches "Buckle" or "Snap Fastener," not "Part of Machine." |
| Small Hardware Lots | 8308.10.00.00 may be cost-effective due to low specific duty (1.1¢/kg) for very light items. |
🌍 V. Global Market Clearance Comparison (2026 Latest)
| Country/Region | Recommended HS Code | Tariff (China Origin) | Certification | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | 8308.90.60.00 |
38.9% | N/A | Best balance of classification accuracy and cost |
| 🇪🇺 EU | 8308.90.60.00 |
2.7% | N/A | No Section 301/122 equivalents |
| 🇨🇳 China | 8308.90.60.00 |
5.0% | N/A | Standard import duty |
| 🇬🇧 UK | 8308.90.60.00 |
2.7% | N/A | Post-Brexit alignment with EU |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 8308.90.60.00 |
0%~3.9% | N/A | Favorable rate for metal hardware |
📌 Conclusion:
- USA has the highest tariffs due to Section 301 (25%) and Section 122 (if applicable).
- Avoid Chapter 73 if possible due to 87-89% total rates.
- Chapter 83 (Clasps/Buckles) and Chapter 96 (Snaps) are the most cost-effective for US imports.
📌 VI. Common Mistakes & Pitfall Guide (Blood & Tears Lessons)
❌ Mistake 1: Classifying all metal buckles under 7326 (General Steel)
👉 Consequence: Tax rate 87.9-88.9% → Massive cost increase!
❌ Mistake 2: Using "Belt Accessory" as a generic description
👉 Consequence: Customs may assign a wrong code → Delay or audit.
👉 Correct: Use "Metal Belt Buckle" or "Snap Fastener."
❌ Mistake 3: Ignoring the Section 122 Tariff difference
👉 Consequence: Thinking 7326 and 8308 have similar rates.
👉 Reality: 7326 has +10% Section 122, 8308 does NOT. Huge difference!
✅ Correct Description Example:
"Metal Belt Buckle, Zinc Alloy, Clasp Type, for Leather Belt, Model XYZ"
🎯 VII. Conclusion: Precise Classification Saves Money!
🎯 Remember the Mantra:
🔹 "Clasp is 83, Snap is 96, Wire is 73. Choose wisely!"
🔹 "Avoid 73, Aim for 83/96. Save 50% in taxes!"
📌 Pro Tip:
- If your belt buckle is small and light, compare 8308.90.60.00 (38.9%) vs. 8308.10.00.00 (1.1¢/kg + 27.9%).
- If it’s a snap fastener, 9606.10.80.00 (37.7%) is the cheapest.
- Apply for a Pre-Ruling (Advance Ruling) from US Customs if unsure, to lock in the lowest legal rate.
📣 Take Action Now:
📞 Consult a professional customs broker.
📸 Provide clear photos and material specs.
🚀 Optimize your HS Code, optimize your profit!
✨ Professional Clearance Starts with Accurate Classification!
💼 Every cent counts. Every percent matters.
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About HS Code Classification
The Harmonized System (HS) is an internationally standardized nomenclature developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO) to classify traded products. Over 200 countries use the HS system as the basis for customs tariffs, trade statistics, and import/export regulations.
Each HS code follows a hierarchical structure:
- Chapter (2 digits) — Broad category of goods (e.g., Chapter 84: Machinery and Mechanical Appliances)
- Heading (4 digits) — More specific grouping within the chapter
- Subheading (6 digits) — Internationally standardized breakdown, used by all WCO member countries
- National subdivisions (8-10 digits) — Country-specific extensions for further classification, such as US HTSUS 10-digit codes
Correct HS code classification is essential for smooth customs clearance, accurate duty payment, and compliance with trade regulations. Misclassification can lead to customs delays, overpayment of duties, or penalties.
When importing from CN to US, the applicable tariff rates may include:
- Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) rate — The standard duty rate applied to WTO members
- General rate — Applied to countries without trade agreements
- Trade remedy duties — Additional tariffs such as Section 301 (anti-dumping), Section 232 (national security), or countervailing duties
The information provided on this page is for reference purposes only. For official classification, please consult with your local customs authority or a licensed customs broker.