Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brush Size 6
Premium natural Kolinsky sable hair brush for watercolor techniques, with a short red lacquer handle, priced at 8¢ each in bulk. Classified under HTS 9603.30.40.00 for artist's brushes in the 5¢-10¢ value range, distinct from writing or cosmetic brushes. Its fine point and spring make it ideal for detailed art rendering.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If incorporating precious metals in ferrule
Chapter notes allow Chapter 96 classification unless precious metals are principal, but minor amounts stay here; significant changes to 7117.
If designed for technical drawing
Writing brushes for mathematical drawing pens are excluded to Chapter 90 per chapter notes.
If sold as prepared tufts/knots only
Unmounted knots and tufts for brush making classify separately under 9603.10 per specific note definitions.
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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
• Document hair origin (e.g
• sable) to avoid CITES restrictions on animal products; declare as 'artist's brush' explicitly
• Bulk packaging must list per-unit value; separate from sets to prevent reclassification under 9603.90
• Test for lead-free compliance in handles; common pitfall is mixing with cosmetic brushes triggering exclusions
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