Acrylic Brush Bristle Monofilament from Germany
Acrylic synthetic monofilament cut to length for paintbrush or industrial brush bristles, 67+ decitex with no dimension over 1 mm cross-section. Falls under HTS 5404.19.80.80 for other synthetic monofilaments.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document cross-section via microscopy if flagged for bristle vs fiber classification
• Avoid bundling with brush heads to prevent set classification under Chapter 96
• Ensure CO shows synthetic textile origin for preferential duty treatment