Product classification
HS code for Press studs: 9606.10
Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor.
Classification of press studs under HS 9606.10
Press studs, also known as snap fasteners or poppers, are classified under HS code 9606.10. This code is found in Chapter 96, which encompasses miscellaneous manufactured articles. Heading 9606 specifically covers buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, and press-studs, as well as button moulds and other parts of these articles. Subheading 9606.10 is the specific designation for press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, and press-studs. These items are mechanical fasteners consisting of a pair of interlocking discs, commonly used in clothing, luggage, and upholstery. The classification includes the complete fastener assembly as well as the individual component parts (such as the cap, socket, stud, and post) when presented separately.
- Covers
- Metal snap fasteners for apparel
- Plastic press studs for stationery or clothing
- Heavy-duty poppers for boat covers or tents
- Component parts of press-fasteners (sockets and studs)
- Spring-loaded snap buttons
- Press-fasteners for leather goods
- Also under 9606.10
- YKK snap fasteners
- Prym snap fasteners
- Scovill snap fasteners
- KAM snaps
- Dritz snap fasteners
Codes often confused with 9606.10
Common mistake. Press studs are frequently misclassified with other types of fasteners. A common error is placing them under 9606.21 or 9606.22, which are the codes for plastic and base metal buttons, respectively. While they serve a similar purpose, press-fasteners are technically distinct from buttons and have their own dedicated subheading in 9606.10. Another misclassification occurs with HS code 8308, which covers clasps, frames with clasps, and buckles for handbags or travel goods. If the item is a simple snap fastener, it must remain in 9606.10, even if intended for use on a handbag.
Top exporters and importers of HS 960610 (the code used for press studs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 960610 (the code used for press studs) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 960610, not only press studs.
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 press studs
Brazil classifies press studs under NCM 9606.10.00: HS 9606.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about press studs
What is the HS code for Press studs?
The HS code for Press studs is 960610 (Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor). The HS code for press studs and snap fasteners is 9606.10.
How do I classify Press studs for customs?
Press studs is classified under HS code 960610 — Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are the individual parts of a snap fastener classified differently?
No, the parts of press-fasteners and snap-fasteners are specifically included in the same HS code, 9606.10, according to the heading description.
Which countries are the top exporters of press studs (HS 960610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 960610 (the code used for press studs) 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 press studs (HS 960610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 960610 (the code used for press studs) 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.
Is the HS code for Press studs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 960610 for Press studs is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for press studs in Brazil?
In Brazil, press studs (HS 960610) is classified under NCM 9606.10.00.