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Conveyor Belt Cleaning Brush

A rotary brush mounted on industrial conveyor systems to remove residue from belts in food processing plants, featuring food-safe nylon bristles. It is a brush constituting part of material handling appliances, thus classified under tariff item 9603.50.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

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9603.90.10Higher: 11% vs Free

If the brush is used for manual cleaning of belts.

Manual brushes are not machine parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the brush is specifically designed for conveyor systems and not a generic brush

• The CBSA may require a letter from the equipment manufacturer

• Ensure the bristles meet food safety standards if used in food processing

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