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Plastic Hair Comb from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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