Hardwood Toothbrush Back

Eco-friendly wooden handle and back component for manual toothbrushes, often made from maple or oak with a slot for nylon bristles. Classified under HTS 4417.00.60.00 specifically as brush backs, excluding the bristles themselves.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4417.00.20.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If shaped as tool handles rather than brush-specific

General wooden tool handles have a separate statistical suffix.

9603.21.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If complete with synthetic bristles

Assembled toothbrushes classify under Chapter 96 toothbrushes heading.

4407.99.02Same rate: 35%

If imported as rough lumber for further processing

Unworked coniferous wood moves to Chapter 44 fuel wood headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'brush backs only - bristles not included' to distinguish from complete products

Ensure FSC certification for sustainable wood sourcing to meet importer preferences

Avoid any pre-drilled bristle holes that could imply completion status