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U.S. imports of slide fasteners, not elsewhere specified (nesoi) (HS 960719) totaled $1.1M in April 2026, traded with 21 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPlastic-element zippers — including those with injection-molded plastic scoops (9607190020) and those formed from continuous plastic filament coils (9607190040) — dominate this heading and are the workhorses of the global apparel, bag, and outdoor-gear industries. China is the primary supplier, with Japan a significant source of higher-specification product; imports from Canada may benefit from USMCA preferential treatment. The distinction between molded-scoop and continuous-filament construction is commercially meaningful: coil zippers are lighter and more flexible, while molded-scoop types offer greater tooth-by-tooth durability.
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A zipper with chain scoops of plastic (9607190020) uses individually molded or stamped plastic teeth attached to the tape, similar in structure to a metal-tooth zipper. A continuous plastic filament zipper (9607190040) — commonly called a coil or spiral zipper — uses a single extruded monofilament wound into a helical coil. The distinction matters for classification and also reflects real performance differences: coil zippers are standard in lightweight apparel and bags, while molded-tooth plastic zippers appear in heavier applications.
Yes. Plastic slide fasteners of Chinese origin have been subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should check the current Section 301 list and any applicable product exclusions at the time of entry filing, as coverage and exclusion status can change. A licensed customs broker can assist with current rate verification.
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