Dental Impression Putty
Dental Impression Putty is a vinyl polysiloxane paste used by dentists for patient bite impressions, packaged in retail cartridges. It sets quickly for accurate dental molds and is designed for professional use. This product falls under tariff item 3407.00.20 as a dental impression compound, excluding silicone polymer-based alternatives.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the putty is not in retail packings or sets
Other dental preparations not in specified forms are classified here.
If the putty is used for modelling rather than dental impressions
Modelling pastes are classified under this separate item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the putty is not based on silicone polymers, as those are excluded from this item
• Ensure retail packaging is present to meet the tariff description
• Prepare documentation on the product's composition for CBSA inspection
Related Products under Tariff item 3407.00.20
Bite Registration Jelly
Bite Registration Jelly is a heavy-body PVS gel paste used by dentists to create precise dental bite records in orthodontics. Its formulation resists distortion, ensuring accurate occlusion mapping. This product is classified under tariff item 3407.00.20 as a dental impression compound, excluding those based on silicone polymers.
Dental Bite Registration Wax
Dental Bite Registration Wax consists of softenable wax paste strips used in prosthodontics to record patient occlusion. The wax melts at body temperature for accurate bite registration and is presented in stick form for easy handling. It qualifies as a dental impression compound under tariff item 3407.00.20, excluding silicone polymer-based products.