Rubber Shower Comb

A flexible comb crafted from soft rubber for use in wet environments like showers to prevent hair tangles. Classified under HTS 9615.90.40.00 for rubber hair combs without imitation gemstone settings. Ideal for bath and travel use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

3924.10.40.00Lower: 13.4% vs 15.3%

If marketed as a bath accessory or scrubber

Plastic/rubber bath sponges or puffs fall under Chapter 39 tableware/bath articles, not hair combs.

4015.19Higher: 24% vs 15.3%

If vulcanized rubber without specific hair comb features

General rubber household articles classify in Chapter 40 if not specialized for hairdressing.

9615.90.60.00Higher: 21% vs 15.3%

If of metal construction

Metal combs and hair-slides shift to the metal subheading within 9615.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify rubber content and flexibility specs to distinguish from rigid plastic combs and ensure Chapter 96 classification

Label as 'hair comb for shower use' to avoid confusion with bath sponges under Chapter 39 or 40

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