Product classification
HS code for Snap fasteners: 9606.10
Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor.
Classification of snap fasteners under HS 9606.10
Snap fasteners, also known as press-fasteners or press-studs, are classified under HS code 9606.10. This code is situated within Chapter 96, which covers miscellaneous manufactured articles. Heading 9606 specifically addresses buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, and press-studs, including button blanks and parts of these articles. The classification 9606.10 is a specific subheading for the fasteners themselves and their constituent parts. These items are characterized by their mechanical function: two interlocking parts that snap together to secure clothing, luggage, or other textile goods. The material of the fastener (whether plastic, base metal, or synthetic) does not change the primary classification under 9606.10, as the heading is defined by the function of the article rather than its composition. This includes the studs, caps, sockets, and posts that make up the complete snap assembly.
- Covers
- Metal press-studs for heavy-duty outerwear
- Plastic snap fasteners for infant clothing
- Snap fastener caps and sockets imported as separate components
- Spring-loaded press-fasteners
- Grip-type fasteners used in 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. Snap fasteners are often confused with HS code 8308, which covers clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, and similar articles of base metal used for clothing or accessories. While both are used in the garment industry, 9606.10 is specific to the 'snap' or 'press' mechanism. Another common error is misclassifying them under 9607, which is reserved for slide fasteners (zippers). Additionally, if the snap fastener is integrated into a specific tool or machine part, it might be misclassified under Chapter 84, though as a component, 9606.10 usually takes precedence for the fastener itself.
Top exporters and importers of HS 960610 (the code used for snap fasteners), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 960610 (the code used for snap fasteners) 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 snap fasteners.
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 snap fasteners
Brazil classifies snap fasteners 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 snap fasteners
What is the HS code for Snap fasteners?
The HS code for Snap fasteners is 960610 (Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor). The HS code for snap fasteners, press-fasteners, and their parts is 9606.10.
How do I classify Snap fasteners for customs?
Snap fasteners is classified under HS code 960610 — Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs and parts therefor. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the tools used to attach the snaps?
No, tools such as pliers or industrial presses used to install snap fasteners are classified separately under Chapter 82 or 84, depending on their operation.
Which countries are the top exporters of snap fasteners (HS 960610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 960610 (the code used for snap fasteners) 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 snap fasteners (HS 960610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 960610 (the code used for snap fasteners) 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 Snap fasteners the same in all countries?
The base HS code 960610 for Snap fasteners 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 snap fasteners in Brazil?
In Brazil, snap fasteners (HS 960610) is classified under NCM 9606.10.00.