Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brush Size 6 from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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