Find HS Code and trade information for unclogger

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A drain unclogger is a tool or substance used to remove obstructions from drains and pipes, restoring proper water flow. These obstructions are commonly caused by hair, grease, soap scum, food particles, and other debris.

Materials

Uncloggers come in a variety of materials, each suited to different drain types and blockage severity:

• Plastic: Common for plunger-style uncloggers, lightweight and inexpensive.
• Rubber: Often used for plungers and flange-style plungers, providing a good seal for effective suction.
• Metal: Found in augers (snake tools), offering durability for tougher blockages and longer drain reaches.
• Chemicals: Liquid or crystalline substances designed to dissolve organic matter; typically comprised of sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, sulfuric acid, or enzymes.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a drain unclogger is to clear blockages in drain pipes, allowing water to flow freely. This prevents backups, overflows, and potential water damage.

Function

Uncloggers function through one or more of the following mechanisms:

• Suction: Plungers create a vacuum to dislodge blockages with repeated plunging motions.
• Physical Dislodgement: Augers physically break up or retrieve obstructions.
• Chemical Dissolution: Chemical uncloggers use reactions to break down organic matter causing the blockage.
• Pressure: Pressure-based tools (like drain snakes with pumps) force water to clear the blockage.

Usage Scenarios

• Kitchen Sinks: Removing grease, food particles, and soap buildup.
• Bathroom Sinks: Clearing hair, toothpaste residue, and soap scum.
• Showers & Tubs: Addressing hair, soap scum, and mineral deposits.
• Toilets: Removing solid waste, toilet paper buildup, and foreign objects.
• Floor Drains: Clearing hair, dirt, and debris.

Common Types

• Plunger (Cup Plunger): The most common type, used for flat surfaces like sink and tub drains. Creates suction by forming a seal around the drain opening.
• Flange Plunger: Features a soft rubber flange that extends below the cup, creating a tighter seal for toilets and drains with overflow openings.
• Toilet Plunger (Flange Plunger): Specifically designed with a flange to fit the shape of toilet bowls.
• Drain Snake (Auger): A flexible tool with a coiled end used to physically break up or retrieve blockages deep within the drainpipe. Available in various lengths and diameters. Manual and powered versions exist.
• Chemical Drain Cleaners: Liquid or crystalline substances that dissolve organic matter. Often categorized as:
  • Acidic Drain Cleaners: Effective for grease and hair, but can damage pipes.
  • Caustic Drain Cleaners: Strong alkaline substances that dissolve organic matter, also potentially damaging to pipes.
  • Enzymatic Drain Cleaners: Use enzymes to break down organic waste, generally safer for pipes but slower-acting.
• Zip-It Drain Cleaning Tool: A plastic tool with barbs designed to grab hair and debris from drain openings.
• Wet/Dry Vacuum: Can be used with a specialized adapter to create suction and remove blockages.
• Hydro Jetters: Professional-grade equipment that uses high-pressure water to clear severe blockages.

Based on the provided information, the declared goods "unclogger" can be classified under the following HS codes:

• 3402905010: Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401: Other: Other: Washing preparations. This code covers washing preparations, which could include products designed to clear blockages in pipes, functioning as a cleaning agent. The basic tariff is 3.7%, with an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 58.7%.
• 3402905030: Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401: Other: Other: Other Cleaning preparations. This code encompasses other cleaning preparations, which could also apply to uncloggers depending on their specific formulation and intended use. The basic tariff is 3.7%, with an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 58.7%.
• 8424899000: Mechanical appliances (whether or not hand operated) for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders; fire extinguishers, whether or not charged; spray guns and similar appliances; steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines; parts thereof: Other appliances: Other. If the unclogger functions as a mechanical appliance for projecting liquids or powders to clear blockages, this code may be applicable. The basic tariff is 1.8%, with an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 56.8%.

Note: The classification depends on the specific composition and function of the unclogger. If the product is primarily a chemical cleaning agent, codes 3402905010 or 3402905030 would be more appropriate. If it is a mechanical device, code 8424899000 would be more suitable.