3924.90.05.00 - Nursing nipples and finger cots

This HTS category, 3924.90.05.00, specifically classifies nursing nipples and finger cots made of plastics. Nursing nipples, typically designed for baby bottles, are characterized by their soft, flexible material and a shape intended for infant feeding. Finger cots are protective coverings for fingers, often used in medical or industrial settings to prevent contamination or injury. The defining characteristic for inclusion in this sub-heading is the item's specific function as a nursing aid or a finger protective device.

When classifying within HTS heading 3924, which covers tableware, kitchenware, and other household, hygienic, or toilet articles of plastics, it is important to distinguish this specific sub-heading from its siblings. For example, sibling categories such as 3924.90.10 and 3924.90.20.00 cover distinct items like textile furnishings and picture frames, respectively. The key differentiator lies in the intended use and physical form; nursing nipples and finger cots are not intended for dining, food preparation, or general decorative purposes like the other enumerated "other" items under 3924.90.

As this node represents a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification is definitive for nursing nipples and finger cots under this specific code. Importers and exporters should ensure that the items they are declaring precisely match the description and intended use of nursing nipples and finger cots to avoid misclassification.