High-Impact Polystyrene Teasing Comb from Japan
Robust high-impact polystyrene comb with reinforced teeth for backcombing and teasing, valued above $4.50 per gross. Meets HTS 9615.11.30.00 criteria for plastic combs in professional hairdressing. Break-resistant for daily heavy use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document impact strength testing to justify premium pricing and classification
• Avoid mixing with lower-value combs in shipments to prevent average value reclassification
• Comply with REACH if transshipping through EU for restricted substances