Polypropylene Brush Bristle Monofilament from Germany
Rigid polypropylene monofilament rods exceeding 1 mm in diameter, used for manufacturing industrial brush bristles. Classified in HTS 3916.90.3000 as a profile shape of other plastics (polypropylene), surface-worked but not further processed into finished brushes. Meets chapter notes for polymers where propylene monomer predominates.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include test reports confirming cross-section >1 mm and polypropylene content ≥95% by weight per subheading notes; declare as monofilament only if not cut to length; watch for misclassification as finished bristles