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U.S. imports of toothbrushes, including dental-plate brushes (HS 960321) totaled $26.2M in July 2026, traded with 26 countries.
Importers of Toothbrushes, Including Dental-Plate Brushes paid $3.3M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $25.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Toothbrushes, Including Dental-Plate Brushes imports of $26.2M in July 2026 ran 10% above the year-to-date monthly average of $23.7M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataImports of toothbrushes and dental-plate brushes enter under a single US tariff line (9603210000) and are subject to Section 301 tariffs when sourced from China, which dominates supply by a wide margin. Germany and Switzerland are notable alternative sources, particularly for premium electric-compatible and orthodontic brush heads that command higher unit values. Buyers sourcing from China should factor Section 301 exposure into landed-cost calculations, while those diversifying to European suppliers should verify country-of-origin documentation carefully given the complexity of multi-country brush assembly.
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1.6K shipments/mo
Yes. Toothbrushes classified under 9603210000 and originating from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs in addition to the standard MFN duty. Importers should confirm the applicable Section 301 list and any exclusion orders with a licensed customs broker before shipment.
Both dental-plate brushes and conventional toothbrushes fall within the same 10-digit tariff line (9603210000) — there is no separate US subdivision distinguishing them. Classification disputes can arise when a brush is marketed for denture cleaning but has features resembling a general cleaning brush; the intended use and product design are the key classification factors.
HSChapter 96
Subheading 3 of 7 in heading 9603
Subheading 960321 · $26.2M of $155.4M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9603210000 | Tooth Brushes, Incl Dental-Plate Brushes | $23.4M | 13.07% | 100.76% | $3.1M |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9603210000 | Tooth Brushes, Incl Dental-Plate Brushes | $9.2M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$26.2MYoY · Pro
Exports
$8.4MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
China and Germany together supply 65% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
3.7% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 12.49%.