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耳贴

耳贴 (Èrtiē) refers to adhesive patches applied to the outer ear, primarily targeting acupressure points for various health purposes.

Material:

• Adhesive: Typically made with a hypoallergenic adhesive to minimize skin irritation.
• Patch Base: Often constructed from cotton fabric or non-woven material.
• Active Ingredients: Vary widely depending on the intended use. Common ingredients include:
  • Herbal Extracts: Frequently used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) formulations. Examples include ginger, garlic, mugwort, and various other plants believed to have therapeutic properties.
  • Magnetic Particles: Some ear patches incorporate small magnets.
  • Medicinal Compounds: Certain ear patches may contain pharmaceutical ingredients for specific conditions (e.g., nicotine for smoking cessation).
  • Seeds: Vacuum-sealed seeds (e.g., mustard seeds) are sometimes embedded in the patch to stimulate acupressure points.

Purpose & Function:

Ear patches are based on the principles of acupressure, a TCM technique that involves stimulating specific points on the ear (auricular points) that correspond to different parts of the body. The primary intended functions include:

• Pain Relief: Targeting points associated with pain pathways.
• Addiction Management: Used for smoking cessation, weight loss, and other addictions by stimulating points believed to reduce cravings.
• General Wellness: Some patches aim to improve sleep, boost energy, reduce stress, or support overall health.
• Specific Condition Treatment: Patches are marketed for a wide range of conditions, including headaches, anxiety, digestive issues, and more. Note: The efficacy of these uses is often debated and not fully supported by scientific evidence.

Usage Scenarios:

• Self-Application: Most ear patches are designed for easy self-application at home.
• Clinical Settings: Auricular therapy (using ear patches and other techniques) is practiced by acupuncturists and other healthcare professionals.
• Preventative Care: Some individuals use ear patches as a preventative measure to maintain health and well-being.

Common Types:

• Traditional Herbal Ear Patches: Contain herbal extracts and are applied for general wellness or specific TCM indications.
• Magnetic Ear Patches: Incorporate magnets to stimulate auricular points.
• Smoking Cessation Ear Patches: Contain nicotine or other ingredients intended to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
• Weight Loss Ear Patches: Marketed to suppress appetite and boost metabolism.
• Seed Patches: Contain vacuum-sealed seeds that are pressed against the skin to stimulate points.
• Detox Patches: Claim to draw toxins from the body through the ear, Note: Scientific evidence supporting this claim is limited.
• Multi-point Patches: Designed with multiple auricular points targeted for broader effects.

耳贴属于“Orthopedic appliances, including crutches, surgical belts and trusses; splints and other fracture appliances; artificial parts of the body; hearing aids and other appliances which are worn or carried, or implanted in the body, to compensate for a defect or disability; parts and accessories thereof” 这一类商品。根据提供的参考资料，相关的HS编码包括：

• 9021400000: 助听器，不包括零件和附件。如果耳贴的功能是作为助听器使用，则适用此HS编码。基础关税为0.0%，加征关税为0.0%，2025.4.2后加征关税为30.0%，总税率为30.0%。
• 9021908100: 其他：其他。如果耳贴不属于助听器，而是作为其他类型的矫正或辅助器具使用，则适用此HS编码。基础关税为0.0%，加征关税为0.0%，2025.4.2后加征关税为30.0%，总税率为30.0%。

根据提供的参考资料，关于耳贴的HS编码选择，需要根据其具体功能进行判断。如果耳贴具有助听功能，则归类为9021400000；如果耳贴不具有助听功能，则归类为9021908100。