Kids' Plastic Combs
Kids' plastic combs are colorful, rounded-tooth combs designed for children's hair, with fun shapes and safe edges. They are classified under tariff item 9615.19.00 as other combs, as they are functional hair care items, not toys.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the combs are designed as toys for play rather than functional hair care
Toys are classified under Chapter 95.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the combs meet Canadian Consumer Product Safety Act requirements for children's products, including phthalate limits
• Distinguish them from toys by marketing them as hair grooming tools, not play items
• Have safety test reports available for CBSA inspection
Related Products under Tariff item 9615.19.00
Acrylic Hand-Carved Combs
Acrylic hand-carved combs are premium combs featuring intricate hand-carved designs, suitable for fine hair styling and detangling. They are classified under tariff item 9615.19.00 as other combs, valued for their craftsmanship and hair care function.
Bamboo Detangling Combs
Bamboo detangling combs are wide-tooth combs carved from bamboo, designed to gently detangle curly or wet hair without causing breakage. They are eco-friendly alternatives to plastic combs and are specifically intended for hair care, falling under tariff item 9615.19.00 as other combs.
Bamboo Wide-Tooth Detangling Combs
Bamboo wide-tooth detangling combs are eco-friendly combs designed for wet hair detangling with wide teeth to prevent breakage. They are classified under tariff item 9615.19.00 as other combs, not as parts of electrothermic appliances.
Crystal-Embelliished Styling Combs
Crystal-embellished styling combs are styling combs with Swarovski crystal embellishments for sectioning and precision hair work. They are classified under tariff item 9615.19.00 as other combs, with stones as minor constituents per chapter note 4.
Disposable Plastic Combs
Disposable plastic combs are thin, lightweight combs packaged in bulk for salons or travel kits, intended for single-use hair grooming. They are classified under tariff item 9615.19.00 as other combs, provided they are not considered toys or waste.
Ebony Wood Rat-Tail Combs
Ebony wood rat-tail combs are professional rat-tail combs from ebony wood for parting and updo creation in salons. They are classified under tariff item 9615.19.00 as other combs, serving a specific hair styling function.