Modeling pastes, including those put up for children's amusement; preparations known as "dental wax" or as "dental impression compounds", put up in sets, in packings for retail sale or in plates, horseshoe shapes, sticks or similar forms; other preparations for use in dentistry, with a basis of plaster (of calcined gypsum or calcium sulfate)
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Heading 3407 covers modeling pastes, including modeling pastes put up for children's amusement, and dental wax, dental impression compounds, and other plaster-based preparations for use in dentistry. The heading is split into 3407.00.20.00 for modeling pastes and 3407.00.40.00 for other goods, both with a general (MFN) duty rate of Free.
Products in this heading
- Children's play dough and modeling dough
- Modeling clay or modeling paste put up for children's amusement
- Craft modeling paste sold in sticks or retail packings
- Dental wax in sticks or small retail sets
- Dental impression compound in a retail set
- Dental plaster based on calcined gypsum
- Plaster-based dental stone for dental models
How to choose the right subheading
- Use: modeling pastes, including pastes put up for children's amusement, go to 3407.00.20.00.
- Use: dental wax, dental impression compounds, and plaster-based dental preparations go to 3407.00.40.00.
- Form: check for sets, retail packings, plates, horseshoe shapes, sticks, or similar forms named in the heading.
- Product identity: confirm the item is not a dental cement or filling, candle, polish, artificial wax, or dental floss.
Often confused with
- Heading 3006Dental cements and dental fillings
Dental cements and fillings are classified in heading 3006, not as dental wax or modeling paste.
- Candles and tapers
Candles are classified in heading 3406; heading 3407 does not cover candle products.
- Heading 3404Artificial waxes and prepared waxes
General artificial and prepared waxes are in heading 3404; dental wax is specifically covered by heading 3407.
- Heading 3405Furniture polish and floor polish
Polishes and creams are classified in heading 3405.
- Heading 3306Dental floss
Dental floss is an oral hygiene preparation in heading 3306.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for children's modeling paste?
Children's modeling paste, including paste put up for children's amusement, is classified under 3407.00.20.00. The general (MFN) duty rate is Free.
What is the duty on dental wax?
Dental wax is reported under 3407.00.40.00. The general (MFN) duty rate is Free.
How do I classify dental impression compound sold in a retail set?
Dental impression compound put up in a retail set is classified under 3407.00.40.00. The general (MFN) duty rate is Free.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.