Mixed Brushmaking Hair Blend from Japan
Blend of badger and boar hair for versatile brush fillings, primarily brushmaking purpose. HTS 0502.90.00.00 covers as 'other brushmaking hair,' provided not textile-processed per Section XI exclusion. Common in artisanal brush production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• List exact composition percentages to avoid disputes over principal material
• Use food-grade packaging if near edible imports to prevent cross-contamination flags
• Certify non-textile processing to stay out of Section XI