Plastic Pocket Combs from Germany
Small, fine-toothed combs made of molded plastic, typically 4-6 inches long, used for everyday hair grooming. They fall under HTS 9615.19.20.00 as combs valued not over $4.50 per gross, suitable for retail packaging in dozens. Excluded from other chapters like 39 (plastics) or 95 (toys) due to their primary hair care function.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11.3%
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
Import Tips
• Verify valuation per gross (144 units) with supplier invoices to confirm under $4.50 threshold; common pitfall is miscalculating unit pricing
• Label products clearly as 'hair combs' to avoid reclassification as plastic articles under Chapter 39
• Include material safety data for plastic components to meet FDA import requirements for personal care items