Wooden Paintbrush Back from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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