Pet Grooming Slicker Brush
A slicker brush with fine wire pins for removing loose fur from pets like cats and dogs. Falls under HTS 9603.90.80 as 'other' brushes for personal grooming, excluding medical types. Hand-operated for home use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If carved handle of vegetable material
Handles alone classify under 9601, but assembled brush stays in 9603.
If for veterinary use
Chapter 90 excludes specialized veterinary brushes.
If leather-backed
Leather grooming items may go to saddlery Chapter 42.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include pet-safe material declarations; avoid veterinary marketing
• Issue: confusion with Chapter 90 medical brushes
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