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Bamboo Handle Nail Brush from Japan

A small scrub brush with natural bamboo handle and stiff nylon bristles for cleaning fingernails during grooming. Classified under HTS 9603.29.40 as a toilet brush for personal use, with low unit value under 40¢.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document bamboo sourcing for sustainability claims; ensure phytosanitary certificates if required

• Label bristle type and origin to meet consumer product safety standards

• Prevent reclassification as general cleaning brush (9603.90) by specifying personal nail use