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Bulk Pack Lip Liner Brush from Japan

Inexpensive nylon bristle brush on a plastic handle for applying lip liner products, sold in large quantities for makeup artists. Classified in HTS 9603.30.20.00 due to its cosmetic application purpose and low value under 5¢ per unit.

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

• Use commercial invoices specifying per-unit value and total quantity to avoid customs reclassification

• Label shipments clearly as 'cosmetic brushes' to prevent mixing with household brushes