Natural Bristle Stencil Brush

Compact natural bristle brush for precise stencil painting and signage work. Classified in HTS 9603.40.4040 as a natural bristle variant for paint brushes. Its stiff bristles excel in controlled paint deposit for custom graphics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+10.0%14%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪Germany4%+10.0%14%
🇯🇵Japan4%+10.0%14%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9608.40Lower: 10% vs 14%

If for writing or lettering with ink

Stencil brushes for non-paint media shift to writing instrument headings.

9603.21.00Higher: 17.5% vs 14%

If with nylon or polyester bristles

Synthetic filament paint brushes have dedicated subheadings.

9503.00.00Lower: 10% vs 14%

If marketed as toy painting accessory

Chapter exclusions send toy brushes to Chapter 95 sports/toys.

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