Acrylic Brush Bristle Monofilament from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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