Plastic Hair Comb

A standard wide-tooth comb made entirely of hard plastic, used for detangling and styling hair. It falls under HTS 9615.11.40.00 as a comb of plastics not set with imitation pearls or gemstones, distinct from metal or wooden combs. Suitable for everyday grooming without decorative embellishments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 15.3%

If imported as unfinished plastic molding or generic plastic articles

If not specifically shaped as a comb, it may classify as other plastic articles instead of hair grooming items.

9615.90.40.00Same rate: 15.3%

If made of metal rather than plastics

Combs of base metal fall under the metal subcategory, changing the material-based heading.

4421.91.70Higher: 35% vs 15.3%

If constructed from wood

Wooden combs are classified under wood articles for personal grooming, per Chapter 44.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify material composition via lab tests to confirm 100% plastics and no imitation gems, avoiding reclassification

Include detailed invoices specifying 'hard rubber/plastics comb, no decorative stones' for CBP review

Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain plastic imports; check ITC notices before shipping