Beechwood Artist Brush Back from Germany
Precision-machined beech wood ferrule holder for professional artist brushes, designed to securely anchor hog hair or sable bristles. This qualifies as a brush back under HTS 4417.00.60.00 as it's the wooden body integral to brush construction.
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 technical drawings showing bristle attachment area to prove unfinished status
• Test for moisture content below 12% to prevent mold issues during ocean transit
• Declare exact wood species; beech requires specific phytosanitary measures