Wagner Smart Paint Pad
Wagner Smart Paint Pad is a reusable pad with microfiber cover for even paint distribution on trim and edges. It qualifies under HTS 9603.40.4020 as 'other' paint pads, not brushes of 9603.29 or rollers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If incorporating a rubber squeegee blade
Squeegees (non-roller) have dedicated heading 9603.50, separate from pure paint pads.
If imported as textile fabric for pad covers only
Textile fabrics for technical uses classify in Chapter 59, not assembled brush tools.
If for rubber-based pads without fabric cover
Rubber articles shift to Chapter 40 if not primarily brush-making materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide cleaning instructions in import docs to affirm reusable hand-tool status
• Ensure no metal blades or squeegee elements, which could classify under 9603.50
• Test for Chapter exclusions like Chapter 90 if marketed for specialized medical painting
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