Camel Hair Lettering Brush #2

Blended camel hair brush for sign painting and lettering, medium stiffness, valued at 6¢ each. HTS 9603.30.40.00 covers writing brushes and similar for artistic/cosmetic use in this price band. Used by graphic artists for precise lines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9603.50.00Same rate: 17.5%

If brush constitutes part of a machine/appliance

Brushes as machine parts shift out of artist's category to 9603.50.

9602.00.40Higher: 19.3% vs 17.5%

If handle is molded carving material sold separately

Separately entered handles of carving materials go to 9602 per notes.

4202.12Higher: 27.6% vs 17.5%

If with leather handle for tool classification

Material composition like leather may pull to Chapter 42 trunks/bags if principal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'writing brush' in commercial invoice; differentiate from machine parts (9603.50 excluded context)

Animal hair requires veterinary certs if flagged; value documentation prevents duty evasion claims