8308.90.30.00
Beads and spangles of base metal
Classification path
- Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, 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
Rates of duty
- General (MFN)
- Free
- Column 2Cuba, North Korea, Russia, Belarus
- 40%
- Unit of quantity
- kg
Related lines in heading 8308
About heading 8308
Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, 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
Heading 8308 covers base metal fastening and trim articles used on clothing, footwear, jewelry, watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery and similar made-up articles. It covers hooks, eyes and eyelets; tubular or bifurcated rivets; and other items such as beads, spangles, buckles and buckle clasps. The lines are split first by article type into 8308.10, 8308.20 and 8308.90, with 8308.90 split again into beads and spangles, buckles and buckle clasps, and other.
Full guide to heading 8308Products in this heading
- Metal hooks and eyes for clothing closures
- Metal eyelets for footwear, bags or tarpaulins
- Tubular rivets for leather goods or luggage
- Bifurcated rivets for made-up articles
- Base metal buckles and buckle clasps for belts or straps
- Base metal beads and spangles for apparel or craft articles
- Base metal clasps and frames with clasps for travel goods or leather goods
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for metal hooks and eyes used on clothing?
Hooks, eyes and eyelets of base metal are classified in 8308.10.00.00; the general (MFN) rate is 1.1¢/kg + 2.9%.
What is the duty on base metal buckles?
Base metal buckles and buckle clasps, and parts thereof, fall in 8308.90.60.00; the general (MFN) rate is 3.9%. Other articles in 8308.90.90.00 carry a general (MFN) rate of 2.7%.
How do I classify tubular rivets of iron or steel?
Tubular or bifurcated rivets of iron or steel that are not brightened, not lathed and not machined are classified in 8308.20.30.00; the general (MFN) rate is Free. Other tubular or bifurcated rivets go in 8308.20.60.00, also at a general (MFN) rate of Free.
Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, retrieved October 21, 2026.