Foam Paint Roller Cover from Japan
A cylindrical foam sleeve designed to fit on a paint roller frame for applying paint evenly on surfaces. Classified under HTS 9603.40.40 as 'other' paint rollers, distinct from bristle brushes in 9603.29 or artist brushes in 9603.30.
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 material composition (foam vs. fabric) to avoid misclassification under 9603.40.20 for fabric rollers
• Include product specs and usage demos in documentation to confirm it's for paint application, not industrial
• Label as 'for household painting' to prevent shifts to machinery parts in Chapter 84