| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3304300000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3307900000 | Doc | 60.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3307101000 | Doc | 59.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924104000 | Doc | 33.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924905650 | Doc | 40.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Nail Enhancement Pen
A nail enhancement pen is a tool used to apply and shape acrylic or gel materials for creating artificial nail extensions, overlays, or repairs. These pens offer a more controlled and precise application compared to traditional methods, particularly suited for beginners or intricate designs.
Material:
- Pen Body: Typically constructed from plastic or metal (often aluminum alloy) for durability and ease of handling.
- Brush/Tip: The key component, available in various materials:
- Synthetic Bristles: Common for acrylic application, offering good control and ease of cleaning.
- Silicone Tips: Frequently used for gel application, allowing for smooth, precise placement and shaping.
- Kolinsky Sable: A high-quality natural hair brush favored by professionals for acrylic, providing excellent liquid retention and control, but requires careful maintenance.
- Liquid/Gel: The pen itself doesn’t contain the enhancement material. It's used in conjunction with acrylic liquid and powder, or pre-mixed gel.
Purpose:
- Extension Creation: Building the length of natural nails.
- Overlay Application: Strengthening natural nails with a protective layer.
- Repairing Breaks & Cracks: Fixing damaged nails.
- Sculpting: Creating custom nail shapes and designs.
Function:
The pen functions as a precise applicator and shaping tool. The user dips the tip into the acrylic liquid (or uses it to pick up gel) and then applies it to the nail, building the desired shape and thickness. The pen's design allows for controlled placement, reducing mess and improving accuracy. Some pens have interchangeable tips for different applications.
Usage Scenarios:
- Professional Nail Salons: Used by technicians for a wide range of nail services.
- Home Manicures: Increasingly popular for individuals performing DIY nail enhancements.
- Nail Art: Facilitates detailed designs, ombre effects, and 3D embellishments.
- Nail Training: A beginner-friendly option for learning acrylic and gel application techniques.
Common Types:
- Acrylic Pens: Designed for use with acrylic liquid and powder. Often feature synthetic bristle tips.
- Gel Pens: Used with gel products, typically with silicone tips. Variations include:
- Builder Gel Pens: For creating strong, durable extensions.
- Polygel Pens: Specifically designed for polygel application, offering a combination of acrylic and gel properties.
- Dual-Ended Pens: Feature different tips on each end for versatility (e.g., one for application, one for shaping).
- Electric Nail Enhancement Pens (E-Files): Powered tools that use interchangeable bits for shaping, filing, and refining enhancements. These are more advanced and require training.
Nail enhancement pens are typically used for applying acrylic or gel to nails for strengthening, shaping, or decorative purposes. They fall under preparations for the care of the skin, including manicure preparations.
Here are the relevant HS codes based on the provided reference material:
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3304300000: Beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin (other than medicaments), including sunscreen or sun tan preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations: Manicure or pedicure preparations.
- 33: Chapter 33 covers perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations.
- 04: Heading 33.04 specifically includes beauty or make-up preparations and skin care preparations, encompassing manicure and pedicure items.
- 300000: This subheading further narrows down the classification to manicure preparations.
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3304300000: Beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin (other than medicaments), including sunscreen or sun tan preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations: Manicure or pedicure preparations.
- Tax Details: Base tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30%.
- Total Tariff: 55.0%.
According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'nail enhancement pen' are limited, with only the following 2 found.