Wooden Paintbrush Back from China
A solid wooden body designed to hold paintbrush bristles, typically made from hardwood like beech or birch for durability. It falls under HTS 4417.00.60.00 as a brush back, which is the wooden component that forms the backbone of the brush before bristles are attached.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the wood species complies with Lacey Act declarations to avoid delays
• Provide detailed invoices specifying 'brush backs' not complete brushes to prevent misclassification
• Check for kiln-drying certificates if importing from regions with pest risks