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Wooster Sherlock Paint Pad from Japan

The Wooster Sherlock Paint Pad is a specialized tool with a fabric-covered pad designed for smooth application of paint on walls and trim without brush marks. It falls under HTS 9603.40.4020 as a paint pad, distinct from traditional brushes or rollers, intended for hand-operated painting tasks.

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

Verify the pad is fabric-covered and not a roller to avoid misclassification under 9603.40.4030

Include detailed product specs and usage demos in documentation to confirm hand-operated paint pad status

Check for machine parts exclusions under Chapter 84 if integrated with powered applicators

Wooster Sherlock Paint Pad from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9603.40.40.20