Mahogany Varnish Brush Back
A mahogany wood back for high-end varnish application brushes, finished smooth for professional use. This item is a brush back of wood, which is a component of a brush, and is classified under tariff item 4417.00.90 as other tools, tool bodies, and handles of wood.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the brush back is imported with bristles attached, forming a complete brush
Complete brushes of this type are classified under heading 96.03, not as wooden components.
If the item were a handle for a brush, broom, or mop, rather than a back
Handles for brushes are specifically provided for in the sibling tariff item.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the brush back is not further manufactured than needed for its function as a brush component; additional finishing may affect classification
• Declare the wood species (mahogany) and provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Verify that the product is not considered a finished brush, which would fall under a different heading
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