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Wooden Paintbrush Back from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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