Wooden Paint Brush Handles
Straight wooden handles designed specifically for attaching to paint brush heads, typically made from hardwood like birch or beech for durability and balance. These qualify under HTS 4417.00.80 as tool handles of wood, separate from the brush heads. They are unfinished or lightly finished for easy assembly into complete brushes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 5.1% | +35.0% | 40.1% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 5.1% | +10.0% | 15.1% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 5.1% | +10.0% | 15.1% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | 5.1% | +10.0% | 15.1% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | 5.1% | +10.0% | 15.1% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported with brush heads attached as complete paint brushes
Complete assembled brushes with wooden handles fall under Chapter 96 for brooms, brushes, and paint brushes.
If imported as rough sawn lumber rather than shaped handles
Unshaped or minimally processed wood is classified under Chapter 44 sawn wood headings before tool forming.
If considered wooden builders' joinery or carpentry rather than tool handles
Special purpose wooden components for construction may shift to Chapter 44 joinery if not specifically tool-related.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Verify wood species origin documentation to comply with Lacey Act requirements for plant imports
โข Ensure handles are imported without brush heads attached to avoid reclassification as complete tools
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