HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9606.10 – Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor
HS code 9606.10 is the 6-digit subheading for press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor. It is used for metal snap fasteners, plastic press-studs, sew-on snaps, no-sew snaps and snap fastener caps.
What HS 9606.10 covers
This HS code covers press-fasteners, commonly known as snap fasteners or press-studs, along with their component parts. These essential closures are widely utilized across various industries, most notably in apparel for clothing, bags, and accessories, but also in upholstery, tents, and other textile products. The trade is predominantly B2B, with garment manufacturers, textile producers, and accessory makers being the primary importers. Exporters are specialized manufacturers of fastening solutions, often located in countries with robust textile and garment industries. Key considerations include the material composition (metal, plastic), durability under repeated use, ease of attachment during manufacturing, and aesthetic integration into the final product. The market is highly influenced by fashion trends and the global supply chain dynamics of the textile industry.
- Covers
- Metal snap fasteners
- Plastic press-studs
- Sew-on snaps
- No-sew snaps
- Snap fastener caps
- Snap fastener sockets
- Snap fastener studs
- Snap fastener posts
- Examples
- YKK snap fasteners
- Prym snap fasteners
- Scovill snap fasteners
- KAM snaps
- Dritz snap fasteners
Codes often confused with 9606.10
Common mistake. These are distinct from zippers (9607) or buttons (960621-960629), as they operate on a press-and-click mechanism rather than sliding or buttoning through a hole.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 960610, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 960610 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $118M 22% of world exports
- 2 Japan $84M 16% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $82M 16% of world exports
World total: $525M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$64M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$42M 8.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 India $30M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $499M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 9606.10
Brazil does not split HS 9606.10: its NCM code is 9606.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 96.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9606.10
What is HS code 960610?
HS code 960610 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor. This HS code covers press-fasteners, commonly known as snap fasteners or press-studs, along with their component parts. These essential closures are widely utilized across various industries, most notably in apparel for clothing, bags, and accessories, but also in upholstery, tents, and other textile products. The trade is predominantly B2B, with garment manufacturers, textile producers, and accessory makers being the primary importers. Exporters are specialized manufacturers of fastening solutions, often located in countries with robust textile and garment industries. Key considerations include the material composition (metal, plastic), durability under repeated use, ease of attachment during manufacturing, and aesthetic integration into the final product. The market is highly influenced by fashion trends and the global supply chain dynamics of the textile industry.
What products fall under HS code 960610?
Metal snap fasteners, plastic press-studs, sew-on snaps, no-sew snaps, snap fastener caps, snap fastener sockets, snap fastener studs, snap fastener posts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 960610?
These are distinct from zippers (9607) or buttons (960621-960629), as they operate on a press-and-click mechanism rather than sliding or buttoning through a hole.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 960610?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 960610 in UN Comtrade data were China ($118M, 22% of world exports), Japan ($84M) and Hong Kong ($82M). World exports came to about $525M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 960610?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 960610 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $64M, 13% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $42M) and India ($30M). World imports came to about $499M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 960610 structured?
HS code 960610 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (96) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 960610?
In Brazil, HS code 960610 is NCM 9606.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.