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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of looseleaf binder fittings, paper clips, letter clips & metal staples (SITC 89512) totaled $9.2M in April 2026, traded with 31 countries.
Importers of Looseleaf Binder Fittings, Paper Clips, Letter Clips & Metal Staples paid $2.2M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 25% on $8.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRing mechanisms for looseleaf binders, paper clips, binder clips, letter corners, and staples in strips for office use are small but high-volume base-metal articles that flow through well-established import channels, with Asian manufacturers — particularly in China — historically dominating supply. Section 301 tariffs have affected Chinese-origin goods in this category, making cost management a persistent concern for office supply distributors and importers. The heading's scope is defined by end-use (office or desk application) and material (base metal), so plastic or composite versions of the same articles fall outside it.
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No. This heading covers staples in strips specifically for office, desk, or similar use. Heavy-duty staples for construction, upholstery, or industrial fastening applications are classified under different headings based on their construction and intended use. The commercial invoice and product specifications should clearly indicate the intended application to support the correct classification.
Replacement ring mechanisms sold separately are generally classifiable under this heading as fittings for looseleaf binders, provided they are made of base metal and designed for office use. The fact that they are sold as spare parts rather than incorporated into a finished binder does not change the classification. Importers should confirm the material composition and intended use on the commercial invoice.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $3.6M | -- | -$3.6M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $1.1M | $3K | -$1.1M |
| TAIWAN | $800K | -- | -$800K |
| AUSTRIA | $686K | -- | -$686K |
| CANADA | $20K | $633K | +$613K |
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