Foam Paint Roller Cover 9 Inch
A 9-inch foam roller cover designed for applying paint, varnish, or distemper on smooth surfaces like walls and trim. It falls under HTS 9603.40.20.00 as a paint roller, specifically the absorbent cover component used with a roller frame for even paint distribution. This classification covers rollers for paint application, excluding those for industrial machinery.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If including a handle or frame as a complete assembly
Assembled artist brushes or complete paint applicator sets with handles fall under 9603.29 for brushes with handles.
If imported as bulk foam sheaths without roller designation
Plain plastic foam articles not specifically shaped or marketed as paint rollers classify as other plastic articles.
If for industrial painting machine parts
Parts of machines for paint application, not hand tools, go to Chapter 84 machinery parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the roller is hand-held for painting, not machine-integrated, to confirm 9603.40 classification; provide product specs if audited
• Include material safety data sheets for foam composition to meet labeling requirements and prevent chemical import delays
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