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Plastic Hair Comb

A standard wide-tooth comb made entirely from durable plastic for detangling and styling hair. It falls under HTS 9615.90.40.00 as a comb of plastics not set with imitation pearls or gemstones, distinct from metal or decorated versions. Commonly used for everyday hair grooming.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+12.5%17.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3926.90.99Higher: 25.3% vs 17.8%

If imported as unfinished plastic moldings or bulk components

Unworked or semi-finished plastic articles fall under Chapter 39 as other plastic items, not finished hair combs.

9615.90Same rate: 17.8%

If set with imitation pearls or gemstones

Decoration with imitation gems changes classification within the same heading to the specified subheading.

8214.10.00.00Lower: 16.7% vs 17.8%

If designed primarily as a manicure implement

Combs for nails or grooming hands may classify under cutlery/manicure sets in Chapter 82.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify material composition via lab testing to confirm 100% plastic and no imitation gemstone settings for accurate classification

• Include detailed product specs and photos in entry docs to avoid misclassification as Chapter 39 plastic articles

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