Ceramic Dental Veneer
Thin porcelain veneers are adhesively bonded to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance and correct minor cosmetic defects. They are considered artificial dental fittings that compensate for aesthetic dental disabilities, which places them under tariff item 9021.29.00 as 'other' dental fittings.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the veneers are presented as artificial teeth rather than as veneers for bonding
Artificial teeth are specifically listed in heading 90.21, while veneers are classified as 'other' dental fittings.
If the veneers are made of porcelain and are not specifically designed as dental fittings
Ceramic wares for technical uses fall under Chapter 69, but dental fittings are excluded from that chapter.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the veneers are classified as dental fittings, not as ceramic wares of heading 69.09, by providing a clear product description to the CBSA
• Keep invoices and certificates of origin ready to claim any preferential tariff treatment under Canada's free trade agreements
• Verify whether the veneers require a medical device licence from Health Canada before importation
Related Products under Tariff item 9021.29.00
Acrylic Denture Base
A removable partial denture base made from heat-cured acrylic resin, designed to replace missing teeth and restore oral function. This product is a dental fitting that compensates for tooth loss, falling under tariff item 9021.29.00 as 'Other' artificial teeth and dental fittings.
Acrylic Obturator Plates
Acrylic prosthetic plates that close cleft palate defects, restoring speech and swallowing functions. These custom-made obturator plates are dental fittings designed to compensate for anatomical defects, qualifying under tariff item 9021.29.00.
Bis-Acryl Provisional Bridges
Bis-acryl resin temporary dental bridges that span multiple missing teeth during permanent restoration. These are dental fittings compensating for tooth loss, classified under tariff item 9021.29.00 as 'Other' dental fittings.
Clear Retainer Aligners
Transparent plastic orthodontic retainers made from biocompatible polyurethane, used post-braces to maintain teeth alignment. These retainers are dental fittings that compensate for dental misalignment, falling under tariff item 9021.29.00.
Composite Bonding Trays
Precision plastic trays that contour composite resin during direct veneer or bonding procedures. These trays are dental fittings enabling aesthetic restoration, classified under tariff item 9021.29.00 as 'Other' dental fittings.
Custom Orthodontic Splint
Custom orthodontic splints are fixed or removable devices that immobilize teeth during healing or periodontal therapy. They are classified as dental appliances that support injured periodontal tissue, fitting the definition of orthopaedic appliances under heading 90.21.