PFM Dental Crown
A PFM (porcelain-fused-to-metal) dental crown is a custom-made artificial tooth combining an aesthetic porcelain overlay on a metal substructure for full tooth replacement. It compensates for dental defects or disabilities, classifying it under tariff item 9021.21.00 as an artificial tooth.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the crown is classified as a dental fitting rather than an artificial tooth
Covers other dental fittings, which may include crowns considered as fittings.
If the crown is part of a larger prosthetic system for multiple teeth
Includes other artificial body parts, potentially applicable for complex dental prosthetics.
If the crown is imported as a dental supply for laboratory processing
Covers dental instruments and appliances, including materials used in dental labs.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide CBSA with a detailed product description confirming the crown is a finished artificial tooth, not a blank
• Ensure the metal substructure does not trigger separate classification under base metal headings
• Verify if the crown is duty-free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) if sourced from a qualifying country
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Ceramic Dental Post
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Ceramic Dental Veneer
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