HS Code for Pedicure sets
Pedicure sets are classified under HS code 8214.20, which specifically covers manicure or pedicure sets and instruments, including nail files. This classification is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 3(b), which addresses goods put up in sets for retail sale. For a collection of tools to be classified here, they must consist of products providing a specific service—in this case, the grooming of hands or feet—and be packaged together for sale to the end-user. The primary function of the set is defined by the collective utility of the instruments, such as clippers, files, and cuticle pushers, which are grouped under Chapter 82 for base metal tools and cutlery. Even if the set includes a small container or case made of different materials, the entire unit is classified under 8214.20 because the tools provide the essential character of the product.
Products Included
- Nail clippers and nippers
- Metal and glass nail files
- Cuticle pushers and removers
- Corn cutters and callous rasps
- Tweezers included within a grooming kit
- Complete retail-ready pedicure kits in travel cases
Common Misclassification
Pedicure sets are frequently misclassified under 8203.20 (tweezers) or 8213.00 (scissors) when importers attempt to classify components individually. However, if they are presented as a set for retail sale, 8214.20 takes precedence. Another common error is using 3304.30, which is reserved for manicure or pedicure preparations like nail polish or removers. If a set contains both tools and polish, classification depends on which component provides the essential character; usually, the durable tools dictate the code 8214.20.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Pedicure sets?
The HS code for pedicure sets is 8214.20, which covers manicure or pedicure sets and instruments.
Are individual nail files classified under this code?
Yes, individual nail files are specifically mentioned in the heading for 8214.20, though they may also fall under this code when part of a larger set.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Pedicure sets?
The HS code for Pedicure sets is 821420 (Manicure or pedicure sets and instruments; (including nail files)).
How do I classify Pedicure sets for customs?
Pedicure sets is classified under HS code 821420 — Manicure or pedicure sets and instruments; (including nail files). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Pedicure sets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 821420 for Pedicure sets is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.