Fragranced Wooden Toothpicks
Wooden toothpicks infused with mint or cinnamon fragrance for fresh breath. HTS 4421.99.5000 covers toothpicks regardless of flavoring, as primary material is wood. Packaged in decorative tins for retail.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold primarily as dentifrices
Emphasis on oral hygiene function with heavy flavoring may shift to Chapter 33 preparations.
If ice cream sticks
Similar shape but marketed for food service classifies under candy/ice cream sticks.
If coated with sugar/sweetener
If confection-coated, becomes food preparation under Chapter 21, not wood article.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare flavorings separately on entry; excess binders (>3%) could reclassify per pellet/briquette notes analogy
• Obtain prior FDA notification if essential oils used, as food contact substances
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Disposable Aspen Toothpicks
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Maple Frilled Toothpicks
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