Find HS Code and trade information for pacifier

Pacifier

A pacifier, also known as a soother, dummy, or binky, is a small object given to babies and young children to satisfy their sucking reflex and provide comfort.

Material:

• Silicone: The most common material due to its durability, resistance to heat, and neutral taste. It is generally considered hypoallergenic.
• Rubber (Natural Latex): Historically common, but less prevalent now due to potential allergic reactions and faster degradation.
• Plastic: Used for the shield (the part that rests against the baby's face), often polypropylene.

Purpose:

• Sucking Satisfaction: Infants have a natural need to suck, which provides comfort and can be calming. Pacifiers fulfill this need, especially between feedings.
• Soothing: Sucking on a pacifier can reduce stress and anxiety in babies.
• Sleep Aid: Pacifiers can help babies fall asleep and stay asleep.
• Reducing Risk of SIDS: Studies suggest pacifier use during sleep may reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), though the exact mechanism is not fully understood.

Function:

The pacifier’s function is primarily based on the non-nutritive sucking reflex. The shape and texture of the nipple stimulate this reflex, providing a sense of security and contentment. The shield ensures the pacifier remains safely in the baby’s mouth and prevents accidental swallowing.

Usage Scenarios:

• Between Feedings: To calm a fussy baby when not hungry.
• During Travel: To soothe a baby in unfamiliar environments.
• Before Sleep: As part of a bedtime routine.
• During Procedures: To distract and comfort a baby during minor medical procedures (e.g., vaccinations).
• Self-Soothing: Some babies learn to use a pacifier to self-soothe and fall back asleep independently.

Common Types:

• Traditional Pacifiers: Feature a rounded nipple and shield.
• Orthodontic Pacifiers: Designed with a flattened nipple to promote healthy oral development. These aim to minimize potential impact on teeth alignment.
• One-Piece Pacifiers: Constructed from a single piece of silicone or rubber, eliminating the risk of parts detaching.
• Shield Shape Variations: Shields come in various shapes (e.g., curved, straight, butterfly-shaped) to better fit different facial contours.
• Pacifiers with Rings/Clips: Include a ring or clip to attach a pacifier clip, preventing it from falling to the floor.
• Glow-in-the-Dark Pacifiers: Useful for nighttime use, making them easier to find in the dark.

Pacifiers fall under articles of plastics and articles of other materials.

Here are the relevant HS codes:

• 3926901600: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Pacifiers.

  • 39: Chapter 39 covers plastics and articles thereof.
  • 26: Heading 3926 specifically relates to other articles of plastics and articles of other materials.
  • 90: Subheading 392690 covers other articles.
  • 16: Further specifies pacifiers.

• 3924900500: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics: Other: Nursing nipples and finger cots.

  • 39: Chapter 39 covers plastics and articles thereof.
  • 24: Heading 3924 specifically relates to tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics.
  • 90: Subheading 392490 covers other articles.
  • 05: Further specifies nursing nipples and finger cots. While not directly pacifiers, these are related hygienic articles of plastics and may be relevant depending on the specific product.

Tax Rate Information:

Both HS codes 3926901600 and 3924900500 currently have a total tax rate of 40.6%, comprised of a 3.1% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff. A 30% additional tariff will be applied after April 2, 2025.