Hard Rubber Combs from Japan

Anti-static combs made from ebonite for hair styling and grooming. Classified in HTS 4017.00.00.00 as hard rubber articles, excluding Chapter 96 combs of other materials.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Prove hard rubber composition vs. softer rubber or plastic to maintain classification

• Label clearly as 'ebonite combs' not generic 'hair combs'

• Check for sets with soft rubber which may classify differently