As people's living standards continue to improve, more and more families regard pets as important "members", and pet-related services and products are becoming increasingly abundant, the "it economy" industry is growing rapidly. The following will introduce the classification of common pet products.
I. Pet Food
(I) Corn cobs for pets
Corn cobs for pets refer to corn cobs that are dried and sterilized at high temperatures, and then drilled into the corn cobs to insert round wooden cobs with plastic hooks. They are generally hung in pet cages for pets to chew on. The processing technology exceeds the scope permitted by Chapter X of the Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as the "Tariff"), but the properties of corn itself are not changed. It is a further processed product of grain in Chapter X. Pursuant to General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI) 1 and 6, this commodity should be classified under tariff line 1104.2300.
(II) Seaweed vitamins
Seaweed vitamins mainly contain seaweed particles and vitamin C, and they are used in doses for cats and dogs to promote the health of eyes, teeth, skin and fur. This product is a premixed feed, and is prepared by nutritional feed additives and carriers or diluents in a certain proportion. It is not a supplement that pets must take daily. Pursuant to General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI) 1 and 6, this commodity should be classified under tariff line 2309.1090.
II. Pet Hygiene Products
(I) Ear mite removal lotion
Ear mite removal lotion is used for ear canal care of pet cats and dogs, and is packaged for retail sale. The lavender essential oil and lemongrass essential oil contained in it help fight ear mites, and ingredients such as mint and aloe vera can repair ear damage and restore a healthy ear environment. Pursuant to General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI) 1 and 6, this commodity should be classified under tariff line 3808.9910.
(II) Shower gel for cats and dogs
Shower gel for cats and dogs is a cleaning product designed specifically for pets such as cats and dogs, and is developed based on the hair and skin characteristics of different pets. According to the statement in Heading No. 33.07 of the Explanatory Notes to the Commodities and Headings of the Customs Import and Export Tariff Schedule (hereinafter referred to as the "Explanatory Notes"), "This heading includes several animal toilet products, such as dog shampoos and bird feather-enhancing detergents". Pursuant to General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI) 1 and 6, this commodity should be classified under tariff line 3307.9000.
(III) Pet toothpaste set
The pet toothpaste set includes a tube of toothpaste, a double-ended toothbrush, and a finger-covered toothbrush for cleaning the pet's mouth. This commodity complies with the provisions on "goods in sets for retail sale" in the Explanatory Notes and is the animal toilet products in sets for retail sale. Pursuant to General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI) 1, 3(2) and 6, this commodity should be classified under tariff line 3307.9000.
III. Pet Toys
(I) Cat climbing frame
The cat climbing frame is a carpet wrapped around a wood fiberboard, with paper tubes wrapped in hemp rope, connected by metal parts, forming equipment for pet cats to play and exercise. This commodity is mainly made of wood and should be classified as a wooden product under tariff line 4421.9990. If the material is bamboo, it should be categorized under tariff line 4421.9190.
(II) Plush toys
Plush toys are made of textile materials and look like carrots or bones. They are mainly used for pets to play with. Their material is textile material, which is not listed in Chapter 63 of the Tariff. They can be classified as "unlisted products made of other textile materials" under tariff line 6307.9090.
IV. Pet Daily Necessities
(I) Aromatherapy liquid for cats/dogs
Aromatherapy liquid for cats/dogs contains a bottle of aromatherapy liquid and an electric heating device. The aromatherapy liquid is composed of 2% cat face/dog soothing pheromone analogs and 98% isoparaffins. The active ingredients of the aromatherapy liquid are dispersed into the indoor space through an electric heating device, which plays a role in soothing pet cats/dogs. The active ingredients of this product are similar to feline/canine pheromones and are only effective for the corresponding animals and not in humans. Pursuant to General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI) 1, 3(2) and 6, this commodity should be classified under tariff line 3824.9999.
(II) Smart feeder
The smart feeder is used for feeding pets at home. It is powered by an external power supply or a dry battery. The time and number of feedings can be set. The electronic device at the food outlet automatically turns on and off at a fixed time. It is a smart electric household appliance. Pursuant to General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI) 1 and 6, this commodity should be classified under tariff line 8509.8090.
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