Crest 3D White Whitening Toothpaste

A fluoride toothpaste designed for whitening teeth and cavity protection, containing mild abrasives and whitening agents. It falls under HTS 3306.90.00.00 as a preparation for oral hygiene beyond dentifrices, suitable for retail sale in tubes. This classification covers general oral care pastes not specifically categorized elsewhere in heading 3306.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3306.10.00.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If classified strictly as a dentifrice

Pure toothpastes (dentifrices) fall under 3306.10; whitening variants may shift if primarily abrasive rather than multi-purpose oral prep.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 35%

If marketed with therapeutic medicinal claims

Products with proven pharmaceutical efficacy for dental treatment move to Chapter 30 as medicaments, not cosmetics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify ingredient labeling complies with FDA cosmetic regulations for oral care products; include Safety Data Sheets for customs clearance

Common pitfall: misclassifying as medicinal if fluoride content exceeds cosmetic thresholds

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