Nylon Brush Bristle Monofilament
Tapered or straight nylon monofilament bristles for industrial brushes, diameter 0.2-0.8mm. Under HTS 5404.19.80.20 as polyamide monofil >67 decitex, ≤1mm cross-section, for brush manufacturing. Distinguishes from finer sewing or multifilament types.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-textile plastic bristle
Polyamide rods or profiles not meeting textile criteria go to plastics Chapter 39.
If woven into brush fabric
Woven polyamide monofil fabrics classify under 5407, not raw monofil.
If synthetic tow for bristle production
Unprocessed polyamide tow excluded by Chapter 54 notes, falls under Chapter 55.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include end-use statement for brush production; raw monofil often reclassified without it
• Test for monofil integrity - no twisting >472 turns/m to stay in 5404 per statistical notes
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