Polycarbonate Lice Comb from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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