Sourcing clip-in fringe hairpieces from China
Clip-in fringe hairpieces from China carry 2% UK duty across the relevant material lines, with no anti-dumping duty. Consumer hairpieces must be safe in normal or reasonably foreseeable use; check the clips, base and fibre specification. Cambridge China Bridge sources clip-in fringe hairpieces.
UK duty and fringe materials
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 1 October 2026, heading 6704 covers wigs and similar hair articles made from human hair, animal hair or textile materials. Synthetic clip-in fringes fall under the other synthetic-article line, rather than complete wigs; human-hair fringes use the human-hair line. The supplied facts show 2% duty for goods from China throughout the heading, with no anti-dumping or countervailing measures and no suspensions.
The human-hair and synthetic lines have no attached controls in the supplied facts. The other-material line, 6704 90 00 00, carries CITES import and export controls and cat and dog fur controls. Cat and dog fur products cannot be imported. If animal material is proposed, identify the species: CITES-listed material may require permits. Ask your customs broker to confirm the documents and requirements for the shipment from China.
Confirm the commodity code against the actual fibre and construction. The table shows fringe variants sharing material codes, rather than separate tariff subdivisions. For the wider hairpiece category, see hair toppers.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Synthetic clip-in blunt fringe hairpieces | 6704 19 00 00 | 2% | None |
| Human-hair clip-in blunt fringe hairpieces | 6704 20 00 00 | 2% | None |
Fringe cut, coverage and clip placement
Specify human hair or the exact synthetic fibre, fringe width, centre length, side lengths, density and weight. Describe a blunt or side-swept cut, the direction of the hair and whether longer side strands are included. Approve the base shape and how closely it sits against the forehead on a wearer.
Agree clip positions, opening direction, grip pads and stitching. Check that the base stays concealed when the fringe moves. Match colour, undertone and shine against a retained physical sample. For synthetic hair marketed as suitable for heat styling, agree the claimed heat resistance and test production samples before sale.
Consumer products sold in Great Britain must be safe in normal or reasonably foreseeable use. Review sharp clip edges, exposed stitching wire and clips that detach during handling. Agree fitting and care instructions that match the approved fibre and fastening.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative order of 2,000 synthetic clip-in fringe hairpieces under 6704 19 00 00, invoiced at £3,000 free on board, with £1,120 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £4,120. Duty at 2% is £82.40. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £4,202.40, so it is £840.48. Import taxes total £922.88; a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim the VAT, so the lasting cost is the £82.40 of duty. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Cut and coverage: measure the centre and side lengths, spread the fringe over its base and compare density, symmetry and forehead coverage with the approved sample.
Colour and fibre: compare shades and shine in daylight; comb and wash samples to check shedding, tangling, colour transfer and changes in texture.
Clips and base: open and close clips repeatedly, check grip and attachment stitching, and feel for sharp edges, protruding wire and bulky seams.
Packing and identity: unpack sale units to check crushed fringe shapes, tangled strands and bent clips; match the material description and care instructions to the goods during quality inspection.
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What goes wrong
A fringe can match the colour photograph but look too shiny beside natural hair. Uneven density exposes the base, while an over-short cut leaves little scope for salon trimming. Retain a worn sample as well as a loose sample, and compare production pieces after unpacking.
Weak clips slip or pull at the wearer's hair, and bulky stitching makes the base stand away from the forehead. Coatings can conceal tangling until washing, while tightly packed fringes may retain creases. Check samples from production cartons and require approval before the factory changes the fibre, base or clip.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For own-brand ranges, see sourcing for brands.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on clip-in fringes from China?
The supplied tariff facts show 2% duty for human-hair and synthetic clip-in fringes, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty and no suspensions.
Which commodity code covers clip-in fringe hairpieces?
Synthetic fringes use 6704 19 00 00; human-hair fringes use 6704 20 00 00. Confirm the actual material and construction with your customs broker.
Can synthetic clip-in fringes be heat styled?
Agree the fibre and claimed heat resistance with the supplier. Test production samples using the intended styling method before describing the fringe as suitable for heat styling.
How do I check that a clip-in fringe will stay in place?
Try the approved sample on a wearer, check clip placement and grip, and inspect attachment stitching. Repeat the checks on production samples after unpacking.