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Natural Bristle Lacquer Brush from Japan

Fine natural bristle brush for nitrocellulose lacquer finishes on instruments. HTS 9603.40.4040 for natural bristle similar brushes. Provides dust-free, high-gloss application.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify 'lacquer compatible' without implying exclusionary uses

• Declare bristle count and length for size-based duty verification

• Consider drawback programs for re-exported defective brushes

Natural Bristle Lacquer Brush from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9603.40.40.40