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CHI Air Expert Classic Tourmaline Ceramic Hair Dryer

Tourmaline ceramic technology hair dryer that emits negative ions for smooth, shiny hair. Specialty materials but functions as standard hair dryer under HTS 8516.31.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+12.5%16.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6909.11Higher: 17% vs 16.4%

If ceramic heating components imported separately

Ceramic articles of high alumina content have separate classification.

8516.32.00Same rate: 16.4%

If curling/straightening primary function

Hair curlers have dedicated subheading.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document tourmaline content percentage for material claims

• Test ion generation claims with lab certification

• Separate ceramic barrel from heating classification