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Mini Flock Paint Roller 4-Inch

A 4-inch mini roller with flocked nylon surface for small projects like furniture touch-ups. Falls under HTS 9603.40.40.60 as 'other' paint rollers for manual use. Flock fibers provide superior paint pickup for detailed work.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+12.5%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9603.40Same rate: 16.5%

If lambswool covered

Natural wool rollers have a specific subheading, separating from synthetic flock.

3910.00.00.00Higher: 40.5% vs 16.5%

If silicone-based flocking

Silicone rollers classify under polymers in Chapter 39, not brush chapter.

9602.00.40.00Higher: 21.8% vs 16.5%

If unmounted tufts for custom roller making

Prepared knots and tufts for brush making are in 9602, prior to assembly.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify flock density in specs to differentiate from standard rollers; use HTS advisory opinions for mini sizes

• Ensure no metal core if avoiding Chapter 82 classification