Princeton Aqua Elixir Synthetic Brush from Japan
Princeton Aqua Elixir series synthetic brush for watercolor and acrylics, mimicking natural hair. HTS 9603.30.60.00 for valued-over-10¢ artist's brushes, not machine or toy variants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Brand-specific rulings from CBP can clarify synthetic vs natural classifications
• Package individually to affirm per-unit value over 10¢
• Comply with Prop 65 for California entry on art materials