9605.00.00.00 - Travel sets for personal toilet, sewing or shoe or clothes cleaning (other than manicure and pedicure sets of heading 8214)

This HTS classification, 9605.00.00.00, encompasses pre-packaged assortments of items intended for travel and personal upkeep. Specifically, it covers sets containing articles for personal hygiene and grooming, such as toothbrush and toothpaste sets, shaving kits, or basic first-aid supplies when presented as a unified offering for travel. The scope also extends to sets for sewing, including needles, thread, and scissors, as well as sets designed for cleaning shoes or clothes, typically containing brushes, polishes, or cloths. The defining characteristic is the inclusion of multiple distinct items packaged together for convenience during travel.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from other HTS classifications, particularly those that might cover individual components or related goods. For instance, while this category includes sewing kits, individual spools of thread or standalone scissors would be classified elsewhere based on their specific material and function. Likewise, manicure and pedicure sets, although related to personal grooming, are explicitly excluded from this heading and are classified under heading 8214, which pertains to cutlery and other articles of cutlery, or kitchenware. The key differentiator is the multi-item, travel-oriented presentation for the purposes outlined.

As a leaf node, 9605.00.00.00 has no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within this heading relies heavily on the nature of the individual items included in the set and the overall presentation. When determining classification, customs officials will examine the primary purpose of the set and the intended use of its constituent parts, ensuring that the collection is indeed designed for travel-related personal care, sewing, or cleaning functions, and does not fall under the specific exclusions noted.