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Premium Boar Bristle Shaving Brush

High-end shaving brush with badger-grade boar bristles on a resin handle for optimal lather formation. Falls under HTS 9603.29.80.90 as an 'other' toilet brush valued over 40¢ each for personal grooming. Excludes Chapter 82 as it's not cutlery-attached.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.6%+12.5%16.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇨🇦Canada3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9603.29Same rate: 16.1%

If badger hair specifically

Subheading distinguishes badger shaving brushes from other types.

8212.20Lower: 12.5% vs 16.1%

If sold as part of razor handle set

Razor brushes in cutlery sets classify under Chapter 82.

4202.92Higher: 30.1% vs 16.1%

If handle is leather travel case

Cases with brushes may shift to Chapter 42 leather articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Source CITES certification for boar hair to clear wildlife import regulations

• Provide knot density specs if challenged on 'prepared tufts' exclusion

• Insure against bristle quality claims; mismatches lead to duty adjustments