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Polycarbonate Lice Comb from Japan

Specialized fine-spaced comb of polycarbonate plastic for nit removal. Classified in HTS 9615.11.50.00 as other plastic combs, excluding medical brushes (chapter 90 note f).

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Emphasize grooming not medical use in docs to avoid Chapter 90; test spacing doesn't qualify as surgical

Common issue: hygiene claims triggering FDA oversight