## Common ground
All options describe drawing pins (small fasteners with a head and sharp point) made from different metals.
## Options at a glance
**7317.00 – Iron or steel**
- **Defining trait:** Made primarily from iron or steel, the most common and economical material.
- **Typical examples:** Standard office drawing pins, pushpins for bulletin boards.
- **Best fit when:** The pin is made of plain iron or steel, with no visible copper head or other metal parts.
**7415.10 – Iron/steel with copper head**
- **Defining trait:** Features a copper-colored head while the shaft is iron or steel.
- **Typical examples:** Drawing pins with shiny copper-like heads used for decorative or higher-quality displays.
- **Best fit when:** The head is visibly made of copper (or copper-plated), even if the shaft is steel.
**7415.10 – Copper**
- **Defining trait:** Entirely made of copper, not just the head.
- **Typical examples:** Decorative pins, artistic or vintage-style fasteners.
- **Best fit when:** The entire pin (shaft and head) is solid copper.
**7508.90 – Nickel**
- **Defining trait:** Made from nickel, often for corrosion resistance or a shiny finish.
- **Typical examples:** High-end or industrial drawing pins in harsh environments.
- **Best fit when:** The pin is visibly silver-white and made of pure nickel.
**7616.10 – Aluminium**
- **Defining trait:** Made from lightweight aluminium, often with a silvery appearance.
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight office pins, used where weight matters (e.g., in models or crafts).
- **Best fit when:** The pin is light and has a metallic silver color typical of aluminium.
**7907.00 – Zinc**
- **Defining trait:** Made from zinc, often with a bluish-gray or dull finish.
- **Typical examples:** Coated or galvanized pins, sometimes used in outdoor applications.
- **Best fit when:** The pin appears dull gray and is likely coated or made of zinc alloy.
## Key differences
| Option | Material | Head material | Weight | Corrosion resistance |
|-------|----------|----------------|--------|------------------------|
| 7317.00 | Iron/steel | Steel | Heavy | Low |
| 7415.10 (copper head) | Iron/steel | Copper | Medium | Medium |
| 7415.10 (copper) | Copper | Copper | Light | High |
| 7508.90 | Nickel | Nickel | Medium | Very high |
| 7616.10 | Aluminium | Aluminium | Light | Medium |
| 7907.00 | Zinc | Zinc | Medium | Medium |
## How to choose
- Is the pin made of iron or steel throughout? → 7317.00
- Does it have a copper-colored head but steel shaft? → 7415.10 (copper head)
- Is the entire pin solid copper? → 7415.10 (copper)
- Is it shiny silver-white and heavy for its size? → 7508.90
- Is it light and silvery, like aluminium? → 7616.10
- Is it dull gray and possibly coated? → 7907.00
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- **Overlap:** The same HS Code (7415.10) appears twice—once for copper head on steel, once for solid copper. This is a duplicate entry; the correct classification depends on material composition, not just appearance.
- **Pitfall:** Visual similarity can mislead (e.g., zinc and aluminium look similar). Always verify material via testing or supplier data.
- **Priority rule:** Use the **main body material** as the primary criterion unless the head is a defining feature (e.g., decorative copper head)