Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brush

Premium Kolinsky sable brush ideal for watercolor techniques, featuring a pointed tip for fine details. Classified in HTS 9603.30.60.00 for artist's brushes over 10¢ each, distinguishing it from writing or cheap cosmetic brushes. Not for machine parts or excluded technical uses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

9603.30Same rate: 10%

If valued not over 10¢ each

Lower-value artist's brushes fall under the sub $10¢ threshold in the same heading.

9603.10Higher: 20% vs 10%

If designed as writing brushes like calligraphy

Calligraphy or writing-specific brushes are separated in 9603.10.

7117.90Higher: 21% vs 10%

If set with imitation jewelry elements

Chapter exclusions send jewelry-adorned items to heading 7117.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document per-unit value clearly; CBP audits high-end art brushes for undervaluation

Include material composition labels (e.g

'100% Kolinsky sable') for fiber content compliance

Avoid bulk packaging that mimics industrial brushes to prevent reclassification

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