Loreal Professionnel Tecni.Art Curl Enhancer from Canada

This professional hair straightening cream is designed for permanent smoothing of curly or frizzy hair using heat activation. It falls under HTS 3305.20.00.00 as a preparation specifically formulated for permanent hair straightening, applied during salon services to alter hair structure long-term.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify cosmetic registration with FDA and ensure INCI labeling complies with 21 CFR 701 for all active ingredients like ammonium thioglycolate

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemical straighteners containing alkaline agents to meet hazmat shipping rules

Avoid misclassification as temporary conditioners; confirm product claims permanent restructuring via lab tests if audited