Chapter 96 covers miscellaneous manufactured articles under the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, including manufactured articles not specified or included in other chapters such as live animals, animal products, vegetable products, mineral products, chemical products, plastics and rubber, base metals, and mechanical and electrical products. This chapter has a broad scope, ranging from carvings, brushes, buttons, and zippers to lighters, smoking pipes, combs, and other daily necessities. Its core characteristic is that these goods are usually made from multiple materials and cannot be conveniently classified under other chapters by material, and are therefore placed in a separate chapter. Heading 9607 specifically covers slide fasteners (zippers) and parts thereof. As a common fastening device, zippers are widely used in clothing, luggage, footwear, tents, and other products. This heading includes: finished zippers (such as metal zippers and plastic zippers) and zipper parts (such as chain scoops, sliders, and end stops). However, it should be noted that if a zipper is presented as a component of clothing or luggage together with the main article, it is generally classified according to the main article; only zippers presented separately are classified under this heading. HS code 960719 is a six-digit subheading. The first two digits 96 represent Chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles); digits 3-4, 07, represent heading 9607 (slide fasteners and parts thereof); digits 5-6, 19, represent subheading 960719, namely "Other slide fasteners." Under heading 9607, classification is usually first divided by type of zipper: for example, 960711 covers slide fasteners fitted with chain scoops of base metal, and 960719 covers other slide fasteners (such as those with plastic chain scoops, nylon zippers, etc.). Therefore, 960719 specifically refers to all slide fasteners other than those with base metal chain scoops, including zippers made of plastic, nylon, resin, and other materials. This product is classified under 960719 because it is a slide fastener product and the chain scoops are not made of base metal. If the chain scoops were of base metal, it should be classified under 960711; if it were a zipper part rather than a complete zipper, it should be classified under 960720. Therefore, 960719 applies to complete slide fasteners whose chain scoops are not of base metal.
Chapter
Chapter 96 covers miscellaneous manufactured articles under the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, including manufactured articles not specified or included in other chapters such as live animals, animal products, vegetable products, mineral products, chemical products, plastics and rubber, base metals, and mechanical and electrical products. This chapter has a broad scope, ranging from carvings, brushes, buttons, and zippers to lighters, smoking pipes, combs, and other daily necessities. Its core characteristic is that these goods are usually made from multiple materials and cannot be conveniently classified under other chapters by material, and are therefore placed in a separate chapter.
Heading
Heading 9607 specifically covers slide fasteners (zippers) and parts thereof. As a common fastening device, zippers are widely used in clothing, luggage, footwear, tents, and other products. This heading includes: finished zippers (such as metal zippers and plastic zippers) and zipper parts (such as chain scoops, sliders, and end stops). However, it should be noted that if a zipper is presented as a component of clothing or luggage together with the main article, it is generally classified according to the main article; only zippers presented separately are classified under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
HS code 960719 is a six-digit subheading. The first two digits 96 represent Chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles); digits 3-4, 07, represent heading 9607 (slide fasteners and parts thereof); digits 5-6, 19, represent subheading 960719, namely "Other slide fasteners." Under heading 9607, classification is usually first divided by type of zipper: for example, 960711 covers slide fasteners fitted with chain scoops of base metal, and 960719 covers other slide fasteners (such as those with plastic chain scoops, nylon zippers, etc.). Therefore, 960719 specifically refers to all slide fasteners other than those with base metal chain scoops, including zippers made of plastic, nylon, resin, and other materials.
Classification Basis
This product is classified under 960719 because it is a slide fastener product and the chain scoops are not made of base metal. If the chain scoops were of base metal, it should be classified under 960711; if it were a zipper part rather than a complete zipper, it should be classified under 960720. Therefore, 960719 applies to complete slide fasteners whose chain scoops are not of base metal.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the product's attributes, such as "nylon zipper" or "plastic zipper." Brand Type: Fill in the brand name or "no brand," such as "YKK," "SBS," etc. Material: Refers to the material of the chain scoops, such as plastic, nylon, resin, etc., as well as the material of the tape (such as polyester fiber). Specifications and Dimensions: The length and width of the zipper (such as No. 3, No. 5, No. 8, etc.), usually expressed in millimeters or gauge numbers. Use: The application field of the zipper, such as clothing, luggage, footwear, etc. Whether Fitted with Chain Scoops of Base Metal: Clearly answer yes or no to distinguish between 960711 and 960719. Product Name: Nylon zipper; Brand: YKK; Material: chain scoops are nylon, tape is polyester fiber; Specifications: No. 5, length 20 cm; Use: for clothing; Whether fitted with chain scoops of base metal: No. Mistakenly classifying plastic chain scoop zippers under 960711, resulting in tax rate differences and false declaration. Failing to provide the chain scoop material and writing only "zipper," making it impossible to determine the subheading. Incorrectly classifying zipper parts (such as sliders) under 960719, when they should be classified under 960720.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the product's attributes, such as "nylon zipper" or "plastic zipper."
⚠️ Writing only "zipper" without indicating the material, resulting in ambiguous classification.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand name or "no brand," such as "YKK," "SBS," etc.
⚠️ Confusing brand with model, or omitting the brand.
Material
Refers to the material of the chain scoops, such as plastic, nylon, resin, etc., as well as the material of the tape (such as polyester fiber).
⚠️ Writing only "plastic" without distinguishing between the chain scoop and tape materials.
Specifications and Dimensions
The length and width of the zipper (such as No. 3, No. 5, No. 8, etc.), usually expressed in millimeters or gauge numbers.
⚠️ Failing to provide specific dimensions and writing only "standard."
Use
The application field of the zipper, such as clothing, luggage, footwear, etc.
⚠️ The use description is too broad, such as "for daily necessities."
Whether Fitted with Chain Scoops of Base Metal
Clearly answer yes or no to distinguish between 960711 and 960719.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring plastic chain scoops as base metal, resulting in incorrect classification.
Example： Product Name: Nylon zipper; Brand: YKK; Material: chain scoops are nylon, tape is polyester fiber; Specifications: No. 5, length 20 cm; Use: for clothing; Whether fitted with chain scoops of base metal: No.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying plastic chain scoop zippers under 960711, resulting in tax rate differences and false declaration.
Failing to provide the chain scoop material and writing only "zipper," making it impossible to determine the subheading.
Incorrectly classifying zipper parts (such as sliders) under 960719, when they should be classified under 960720.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core criteria for classification are: 1) whether the product is a complete zipper; 2) whether the chain scoop material is base metal. If it is a complete zipper and the chain scoops are not of base metal, it is classified under 960719; if the chain scoops are of base metal, it is classified under 960711; if it is a zipper part, it is classified under 960720. In addition, it should be noted that if a zipper is presented together with clothing, it should be classified according to the clothing. 960711 Slide fasteners fitted with chain scoops of base metal: The chain scoops are made of base metal, whereas 960719 covers other materials (such as plastic and nylon). 960720 Parts of slide fasteners: 960720 covers zipper parts (such as sliders, chain scoops, and end stops), whereas 960719 covers complete zippers. 960610 Snap fasteners and parts thereof: Snap fasteners are a type of fastening device, but their structure differs from zippers, and they are classified under a different heading. 621710 Parts of garments or clothing accessories: If a zipper is presented together with clothing as a clothing accessory, it may be classified according to the clothing, but a zipper presented separately is classified under 9607. Is it clearly established that the chain scoop material is not base metal? Is it confirmed that the product is a complete zipper rather than a part? Are the specifications and dimensions of the zipper provided? Are the brand and use indicated? Has it been checked whether the item is presented together with clothing, etc.?
Basis
The core criteria for classification are: 1) whether the product is a complete zipper; 2) whether the chain scoop material is base metal. If it is a complete zipper and the chain scoops are not of base metal, it is classified under 960719; if the chain scoops are of base metal, it is classified under 960711; if it is a zipper part, it is classified under 960720. In addition, it should be noted that if a zipper is presented together with clothing, it should be classified according to the clothing.
Confused Codes：
960711 - Slide fasteners fitted with chain scoops of base metal
The chain scoops are made of base metal, whereas 960719 covers other materials (such as plastic and nylon).
960720 - Parts of slide fasteners
960720 covers zipper parts (such as sliders, chain scoops, and end stops), whereas 960719 covers complete zippers.
960610 - Snap fasteners and parts thereof
Snap fasteners are a type of fastening device, but their structure differs from zippers, and they are classified under a different heading.
621710 - Parts of garments or clothing accessories
If a zipper is presented together with clothing as a clothing accessory, it may be classified according to the clothing, but a zipper presented separately is classified under 9607.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it clearly established that the chain scoop material is not base metal?
✓ Is it confirmed that the product is a complete zipper rather than a part?
✓ Are the specifications and dimensions of the zipper provided?
✓ Are the brand and use indicated?
✓ Has it been checked whether the item is presented together with clothing, etc.?
❓ FAQ
How can it be determined whether a zipper should be classified under 960711 or 960719? The key is the chain scoop material. If the chain scoops are of base metal (such as copper, aluminum, or zinc alloy), classify under 960711; if they are plastic, nylon, resin, or other non-base metal materials, classify under 960719. Evidence of the chain scoop material must be provided at declaration. If zipper sliders are imported separately, under which code should they be classified? Zipper sliders are zipper parts and should be classified under 960720, not 960719. 960719 applies only to complete zippers. How should a zipper attached to clothing be classified? If the zipper is presented together with the clothing and forms a component of the clothing, it is generally classified according to the clothing. However, if the zipper is presented separately, it is classified under 9607. What elements need to be declared for zippers under 960719? It is necessary to declare the product name, brand, material (chain scoops and tape), specifications and dimensions, use, and whether fitted with chain scoops of base metal, etc. Are both plastic zippers and nylon zippers classified under 960719? Yes, as long as the chain scoops are not of base metal, whether plastic or nylon, they are classified under 960719. Does the tape material of a zipper affect classification? The tape material does not affect subheading classification but must be declared. Classification depends only on the chain scoop material and whether it is a complete zipper. How can the tariff rate for imported zippers be checked? You can consult the Customs Import and Export Tariff of China or the official website of the General Administration of Customs to determine the tariff rate based on HS code 960719 and the country of origin, or consult a customs broker. If a zipper has a base metal slider but the chain scoops are plastic, how should it be classified? Classification depends on the chain scoop material, not the slider. If the chain scoops are plastic, even if the slider is base metal, it is still classified under 960719.
Q: How can it be determined whether a zipper should be classified under 960711 or 960719?
A: The key is the chain scoop material. If the chain scoops are of base metal (such as copper, aluminum, or zinc alloy), classify under 960711; if they are plastic, nylon, resin, or other non-base metal materials, classify under 960719. Evidence of the chain scoop material must be provided at declaration.
Q: If zipper sliders are imported separately, under which code should they be classified?
A: Zipper sliders are zipper parts and should be classified under 960720, not 960719. 960719 applies only to complete zippers.
Q: How should a zipper attached to clothing be classified?
A: If the zipper is presented together with the clothing and forms a component of the clothing, it is generally classified according to the clothing. However, if the zipper is presented separately, it is classified under 9607.
Q: What elements need to be declared for zippers under 960719?
A: It is necessary to declare the product name, brand, material (chain scoops and tape), specifications and dimensions, use, and whether fitted with chain scoops of base metal, etc.
Q: Are both plastic zippers and nylon zippers classified under 960719?
A: Yes, as long as the chain scoops are not of base metal, whether plastic or nylon, they are classified under 960719.
Q: Does the tape material of a zipper affect classification?
A: The tape material does not affect subheading classification but must be declared. Classification depends only on the chain scoop material and whether it is a complete zipper.
Q: How can the tariff rate for imported zippers be checked?
A: You can consult the Customs Import and Export Tariff of China or the official website of the General Administration of Customs to determine the tariff rate based on HS code 960719 and the country of origin, or consult a customs broker.
Q: If a zipper has a base metal slider but the chain scoops are plastic, how should it be classified?
A: Classification depends on the chain scoop material, not the slider. If the chain scoops are plastic, even if the slider is base metal, it is still classified under 960719.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.