Horsehair Feather Duster from Japan
A traditional feather duster made from genuine horsehair feathers attached to a wooden handle, designed for gentle dusting of delicate surfaces like antiques and electronics. It falls under HTS 9603.90.4000 as a feather duster, specifically within the category of brooms and brushes excluding prepared knots and tufts.
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
• Verify feather origin with supplier certificates to comply with CITES if using protected bird species
• Label products clearly as 'feather dusters' to avoid misclassification as toy items in Chapter 95
• Include material composition (e.g
• feathers, wood) on invoices to prevent scrutiny under general brush rules