Automotive Car Wash Brush from Japan
A specialized brush designed as a replaceable part for automatic car wash machines, featuring nylon bristles mounted on a plastic or metal base for high-pressure cleaning. It falls under HTS 9603.50.00.00 as it constitutes a brush part integral to vehicle cleaning appliances. The brush is engineered to withstand mechanical scrubbing without detaching during operation.
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 the brush is explicitly for machine integration via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification as hand tools; include OEM part numbers in documentation; ensure compliance with vehicle safety standards if applicable