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Cordless Curler

A cordless curler is a hair styling tool designed to curl hair without the need for a mains power connection, offering portability and convenience.

Material

Cordless curlers typically comprise the following materials:

• Heating Element: Usually ceramic, tourmaline, or titanium, these materials generate heat for curling. Ceramic is known for even heat distribution and reduced damage, tourmaline emits negative ions to reduce frizz, and titanium heats up quickly and maintains high temperatures.
• Barrel: Often metal (aluminum or stainless steel) coated with ceramic, tourmaline, or Teflon to prevent hair sticking and distribute heat evenly.
• Casing: Typically made from heat-resistant plastic.
• Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries power the device.
• Control Panel: Plastic with electronic components for temperature and timer settings.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a cordless curler is to create curls or waves in hair. They offer a convenient alternative to traditional corded curling irons or wands, particularly for travel or styling away from a power outlet.

Function

Cordless curlers function by heating a barrel and using it to shape hair into curls. Key functional aspects include:

• Heating: The heating element warms the barrel to a selected temperature.
• Temperature Control: Most models offer adjustable temperature settings to suit different hair types and desired curl styles.
• Auto Shut-Off: A safety feature that automatically turns off the curler after a period of inactivity.
• Rotation (in some models): Some curlers feature automatic rotation to help create curls more easily.
• Timer Settings: Many models include timers to prevent overheating and damage.
• Battery Indicator: Displays the remaining battery life.

Usage Scenarios

• Travel: Ideal for creating curls while traveling where power outlets may be limited or incompatible.
• Quick Styling: Convenient for fast touch-ups or styling when time is limited.
• Styling Away From Outlets: Useful for styling in bedrooms, cars, or other locations without easy access to power.
• Professional Use: Some models are designed for professional hairstylists needing portability.

Common Types

• Automatic Curling Irons: These curlers automatically wrap hair around the barrel and curl it with minimal user effort.
• Curling Wands: Cordless wands typically lack a clamp and require manual wrapping of hair around the barrel.
• Rotating Curling Irons: Feature a rotating barrel that helps create curls more easily.
• Interchangeable Barrel Curlers: Allow users to switch between different barrel sizes for creating various curl types.
• Mini/Travel Curlers: Compact and lightweight models designed specifically for travel.
• Brush Curlers: Combine a curling iron with a brush for creating both curls and volume.

Cordless curlers are electrothermic hairdressing apparatus used for styling hair. They operate without a power cord, providing convenience for hair curling.

The following HS codes are relevant based on the provided information:

• 8516320020: This code covers “Electrothermic hairdressing or hand-drying apparatus: Other hairdressing apparatus Curlers”. This is the most specific code for cordless curlers, as it directly includes “Curlers” within its description.

  • 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof.
  • 16: Electrical apparatus for hair-dressing or shaving or for intimate body care, and apparatus based on the principle of radio frequency or ultra-high frequency heating.
  • 32: Electrothermic hairdressing or hand-drying apparatus.
  • 00: Other.
  • 20: Other.
  • Tax Details: Base tariff: 3.9%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Tariff after 2025.4.2: 30%. Total tariff: 33.9%.

• 8516320020: (Duplicate entry - same as above). This code covers “Electrothermic hairdressing or hand-drying apparatus: Other hairdressing apparatus Curlers”.

  • 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof.
  • 16: Electrical apparatus for hair-dressing or shaving or for intimate body care, and apparatus based on the principle of radio frequency or ultra-high frequency heating.
  • 32: Electrothermic hairdressing or hand-drying apparatus.
  • 00: Other.
  • 20: Other.
  • Tax Details: Base tariff: 3.9%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Tariff after 2025.4.2: 30%. Total tariff: 33.9%.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'cordless curler' are limited, with only the following 2 found.