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| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3923500000 | Doc | 60.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3923900080 | Doc | 58.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926902100 | Doc | 41.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9617001000 | Doc | 37.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9617003000 | Doc | 36.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9620005000 | Doc | 60.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9620005500 | Doc | 58.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Hot Pack
A hot pack is a device used to provide localized heat therapy. They are commonly employed for pain relief, muscle relaxation, and to increase blood flow to affected areas.
Material
Hot packs utilize various materials, categorized by their heat source and construction:
- Moist Heat Packs: Typically contain silica gel beads and water. These are often reusable and activated by microwaving or boiling. The water content allows for deeper heat penetration.
- Dry Heat Packs: Often filled with grains like rice, flaxseed, or buckwheat. These are also reusable and heated via microwaving or oven. They generally provide a gentler, less intense heat.
- Chemical Heat Packs: These are single-use, disposable packs containing materials that undergo an exothermic reaction when activated (usually by bending a metal disc). Common chemicals include iron powder, salt, activated carbon, and water.
- Electric Heat Packs: Contain electric heating elements and are powered by electricity. These offer adjustable temperature settings and consistent heat.
- Paraffin Wax Packs: Utilize paraffin wax, melted and applied to the skin. These are commonly used for hand and foot treatments, providing a soothing and moisturizing heat.
Purpose
- Pain Relief: Reduces pain associated with muscle soreness, cramps, arthritis, and other conditions.
- Muscle Relaxation: Eases muscle tension and spasms.
- Increased Blood Flow: Promotes circulation to the treated area, aiding in healing and reducing inflammation.
- Joint Stiffness Reduction: Helps alleviate joint pain and improve range of motion.
- Spasm Reduction: Relieves muscle spasms.
Function
Hot packs function by transferring thermal energy to the body. Heat causes vasodilation (widening of blood vessels), increasing blood flow and oxygen delivery to the tissues. This increased circulation helps to reduce pain, inflammation, and muscle stiffness. The heat also has a soothing effect on nerve endings, reducing pain perception.
Usage Scenarios
- Athletic Injuries: Used for muscle strains, sprains, and post-exercise soreness.
- Chronic Pain Conditions: Employed for arthritis, fibromyalgia, and back pain.
- Menstrual Cramps: Provides relief from abdominal pain.
- Post-Surgical Pain: Used to reduce discomfort and promote healing.
- General Muscle Soreness: Eases tension and discomfort after physical activity.
- Raynaud's Phenomenon: Improves circulation in cold extremities.
Common Types
- Microwavable Hot Packs: Reusable, convenient, and offer adjustable heat levels.
- Electric Heating Pads: Provide consistent, adjustable heat and are often larger in size.
- Chemical Instant Heat Packs: Single-use, portable, and ideal for on-the-go pain relief.
- Paraffin Wax Baths: Used for hands, feet, and elbows, providing deep heat and moisturizing benefits.
- Neck and Shoulder Wraps: Specifically designed to contour to the neck and shoulder area.
- Back Wraps: Designed to fit the contours of the back, providing targeted heat therapy.
Hot packs fall under articles for conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics, or other articles of plastics. Here's a breakdown of potentially relevant HS codes based on the provided information:
- 3923500000: This HS code covers articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures: Stoppers, lids, caps and other other closures. If the hot pack utilizes plastic components as closures or stoppers, this code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 60.3%, comprised of a 5.3% base tariff, a 25.0% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.
- 3923900080: This HS code covers articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures: Other Other. If the hot pack is made of plastic and doesn’t fall under the more specific category of stoppers, lids, or caps, this code could be relevant. The total tax rate is 58.0%, consisting of a 3.0% base tariff, a 25.0% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.
- 3926902100: This HS code covers other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Ice bags; douche bags, enema bags, hot water bottles, and fittings therefor; invalid and similar nursing cushions; dress shields; pessaries; prophylactics; bulbs for syringes; syringes (other than hypodermic syringes) and fittings therefor, not in part of glass or metal. Since hot packs are similar to hot water bottles, this HS code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 41.7%, comprised of a 4.2% base tariff, a 7.5% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.
According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'hot pack' are limited, with only the following 3 found.