GUM Dual Action Toothbrush from China
The GUM Dual Action Toothbrush combines standard bristles with rubber massagers on a single plastic handle for brushing and gum stimulation. It qualifies for HTS 9603.21.00.00 as a toothbrush where rubber elements are minor constituents per chapter notes. Primary function remains tooth cleaning for personal use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Rubber tips must not dominate function to avoid reclassification; document primary brushing use
• ADA Seal verification aids customs acceptance
• Allergen testing for latex alternatives in rubber components