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Natural Bristle Polyurethane Brush from Japan

Natural bristle brush optimized for polyurethane wood coatings. HTS 9603.40.4040 classification for varnish-similar brushes. Resists bristle distortion in solvents.

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

• Chemical compatibility statements aid classification defense

• Separate natural from synthetic inventory in warehouses

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