9603.40—Paint, distemper, varnish or similar brushes (other than brushes of subheading 9603.30); paint pads and rollers
General duty rate
4% – 7.5%
Across 4 10-digit lines; pick a line below for the exact rate
Coverage on this page
Plain-English explanation
HTS 9603.40 is a 6-digit subheading of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule covering Paint, distemper, varnish or similar brushes (other than brushes of subheading 9603.30); paint pads and rollers. It sits in Chapter 96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles, Section XX: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles and rolls up 4 10-digit statistical lines, with general duty rates ranging from 4% to 7.5%. 1 AD/CVD order flags at least one child line.
10-digit lines under 9603.40(4)
Pick a line to view full rate detail and compute landed duty
AD/CVD orders(1)
Antidumping or countervailing orders covering one or more lines under 9603.40
Frequently asked questions
What does HTS 9603.40 cover?
HTS 9603.40 is a 6-digit subheading of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule covering Paint, distemper, varnish or similar brushes (other than brushes of subheading 9603.30); paint pads and rollers. It belongs to Chapter 96 and rolls up 4 10-digit statistical lines that brokers actually file at entry.
What is the duty rate for HTS 9603.40?
General (Column 1) duty rates for the 10-digit lines under HTS 9603.40 range from 4% to 7.5%. The exact rate depends on the specific 10-digit statistical line — pick a line below to see its full rate detail.
How do I find the right 10-digit line under HTS 9603.40?
U.S. Customs requires entries to be filed at the 10-digit statistical level — the broader subheading HTS 9603.40 is not directly fileable. Match your product description to the most specific 10-digit line in the list on this page; if multiple lines could apply, the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs) and chapter notes determine which one governs.
Are there AD/CVD orders affecting HTS 9603.40?
Yes — 1 AD/CVD order flag at least one 10-digit line under HTS 9603.40. Whether a specific shipment falls in scope depends on the country of origin and the order's scope determination. See compliance.tandom.ai for full coverage detail.
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