Heading 8510

Shavers, hair clippers and hair-removing appliances, with self-contained electric motor; parts thereof

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Heading 8510 covers shavers, hair clippers, hair-removing appliances, and parts of those goods, all with self-contained electric motors. The heading splits first by product type: shavers, hair clippers, hair-removing appliances, then parts. Parts are split by whether they are for shavers or hair clippers and by specific end use.

Products in this heading

  • Electric shavers
  • Electric hair clippers
  • Beard trimmers
  • Electric epilators
  • Replacement shaver blades and cutting heads
  • Other parts of electric shavers
  • Parts of electric hair clippers
  • Hair clippers for agricultural or horticultural use

How to choose the right subheading

  • Identify whether the product is a shaver, a hair clipper, a hair-removing appliance, or a part.
  • For hair clippers, check whether the goods are for agricultural or horticultural use.
  • For parts, determine whether they are parts of shavers or parts of hair clippers.
  • For shaver parts, separate blades and cutting heads from other shaver parts.
  • Confirm the product has a self-contained electric motor or is a part of such a product.

Often confused with

  • Hair dryers and curling irons

    Electrothermic hairdressing apparatus is covered by heading 8516, not 8510.

    Heading 8516
  • Electric toothbrushes

    These are electromechanical domestic appliances, not shavers or hair clippers.

    Heading 8509
  • Vacuum cleaners

    Vacuum cleaners have their own heading.

    Heading 8508

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for electric shavers?

Electric shavers are classified in 8510.10.00.00. The general (MFN) duty rate is Free.

What is the duty on hair clippers?

Other hair clippers are classified in 8510.20.90.00 and carry a general (MFN) rate of 4%. Hair clippers for agricultural or horticultural use are classified in 8510.20.10.00 at the same 4% general (MFN) rate.

How do I classify replacement blades and cutting heads for shavers?

Replacement blades and cutting heads for shavers are classified in 8510.90.10.00. 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.

All lines in heading 8510

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