Viscose Flocked Artist Brush Swabs from Mexico
Viscose rayon flock mimics soft brush tips for paint mixing, staining, and detailing in crafts, with wood handles. As man-made fiber flock articles ≤5 mm, they fit 5601.22.00.50 excluding plastic paintbrushes. Popular in hobby and restoration kits.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Classify based on flock, not handle; provide cross-sections showing textile adhesion
• Avoid sets with actual brushes, which may classify under 9603 as complete painting sets
• Biodegradable claims require fiber content verification to maintain man-made textile status