Oak Cleaning Brush Back
An oak wood back for household scrubbing brushes, with a contoured grip and a channel for bristles. This wooden brush body 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
Complete brushes are classified under heading 96.03.
If the item is a handle rather than a back
Handles for brushes are separately classified.
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 oak is properly dried and treated to meet CBSA import requirements for wood products, including any phytosanitary measures
• The contoured grip may be considered further manufacturing; document the production process to justify classification
• Check if the product qualifies for duty-free entry under a trade agreement by providing a valid certificate of origin
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