Plastic Pocket Combs from Japan
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 — 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
• 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