Red Sable Round Artist Brush Size 1 from Japan
Fine red sable round brush for detailed illustration work, valued at 7.5¢ each in artist packs. HTS 9603.30.40.00 for artist's brushes in mid-value range, not for toys or machinery. Provides superior water carry and point retention.
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
• CITES Appendix listing for sable—import permits mandatory for natural hair brushes
• Unit pricing must match bulk invoices; samples often trigger valuation disputes
• Exclude from toy sets (Chapter 95) by clear labeling as professional artist's tool