Chapter 96 is the miscellaneous manufactured articles chapter in the HS classification system, covering a wide range of manufactured goods not classified in other chapters. It mainly includes: animal brush-making materials, brooms, brushes, sieves, hand sieves, buttons, zippers, ballpoint pens, pencils, crayons, typewriter ribbons, lighters, smoking pipes, combs, hairpins, perfume sprayers, vacuum flasks, etc. These goods typically have multiple materials or uses, making it difficult to classify them by material or function in other chapters, and therefore a separate chapter is established. Heading 9603 covers: brooms, brushes (including brushes constituting parts of machines, appliances or vehicles), hand-operated mechanical floor sweepers, mops, feather dusters, dusters and similar articles; and brush-making material in bundles or tufts. However, certain special brushes are excluded, such as paint brushes (9603.30), toothbrushes (9603.21), shaving brushes, etc. Goods under this heading are mainly used for cleaning, applying, grooming and similar purposes, with diverse materials and structures. First 2 digits 96: indicates Chapter 96 'Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles', covering various manufactured goods not listed in other chapters. Digits 3-4, 03: indicates heading 9603 'Brooms, brushes, mops, feather dusters, etc.', including various brushes and similar cleaning tools. Digits 5-6, 29: indicates subheading 9603.29 'Other brushes', i.e., brushes not specified in 9603.21 to 9603.28. Specifically, 9603.21 is toothbrushes, 9603.30 is paint brushes, 9603.40 is brushes for machines, appliances or vehicles, 9603.50 is other brushes used as machine parts, and 9603.90 is other. Therefore 9603.29 covers personal brushes (such as hairbrushes, nail brushes, eyelash brushes, etc.) and household brushes, etc., but note that toothbrushes and paint brushes are not included. This product is classified under 9603.29 because it belongs to the brush category but does not have the characteristics of toothbrushes, paint brushes, or machine brushes. For example, hairbrushes, clothes brushes, shoe brushes and other personal or household brushes are neither toothbrushes (9603.21), nor paint brushes (9603.30), nor machine parts (9603.40 or 9603.50), and therefore are classified as 'other brushes'. If a brush serves as a machine part, it is preferentially classified under 9603.40 or 9603.50.

Product Name: The specific name of the declared product, such as 'hairbrush', 'clothes brush', 'makeup brush', etc., which must accurately reflect the product's use and material. Use: Describe the main use of the brush, such as personal care, household cleaning, industrial coating, etc., which helps with classification. Material: The materials of the bristles and handle, such as nylon bristles, boar bristles, plastic handle, wooden handle, etc., which affect classification. Brand: Declared brand name (if any); if no brand, fill in 'None'. Model: The model or specifications of the product, such as size, shape, etc., for easy identification. Whether as Machine Part: Specify whether the brush is used as a part of a machine, appliance or vehicle; if not, classify under 9603.29. Packaging Specifications: The packaging method of the product, such as individual packaging, set packaging, etc., which affects the dutiable value. GTIN: Global Trade Item Number (if any), used to uniquely identify the product. Product Name: Nylon bristle plastic handle hairbrush; Use: Personal hair grooming; Material: Bristles are nylon, handle is ABS plastic; Brand: XYZ; Model: HB-2023; Whether as Machine Part: No; Packaging Specifications: Individual plastic bag packaging, 100 pieces per carton; GTIN: 1234567890123. Incorrectly classifying toothbrushes under 9603.29; they should be classified under 9603.21. Incorrectly classifying paint brushes under 9603.29; they should be classified under 9603.30. Incorrectly classifying machine brushes under 9603.29; they should be classified under 9603.40 or 9603.50.

Core criteria for classification: First confirm whether the product is a brush (including similar articles), then determine whether it falls under a specific subheading from 9603.21 to 9603.28. If not, classify under 9603.29. Key points: 1. The product must conform to the description of heading 9603; 2. Exclude toothbrushes, paint brushes, machine brushes, etc.; 3. Note that material and use do not affect subheading classification unless other headings are involved. 960321 Toothbrushes: Toothbrushes specifically refer to brushes for oral cleaning, including interdental brushes, with a specific subheading, not classified under 9603.29. 960330 Paint brushes: Paint brushes are used for painting, makeup, etc., with a dedicated subheading, distinguished from general brushes. 960340 Brushes for machines, appliances or vehicles: Brushes used as machine parts or specialized tools are classified under this subheading, not 9603.29. 960350 Other brushes used as machine parts: Other brushes for machine parts, such as industrial brushes, are classified under this subheading. 960390 Other: Includes mops, dusters and other non-brush cleaning tools, as well as brush-making materials, different from the brushes of 9603.29. Is it a toothbrush or paint brush? Is it used as a machine part? Does it belong to other goods of 9603.90? Does the material affect classification? Is the use clearly defined?

How to check the tax rate for HS code 960329? You can check the corresponding import and export tax rates by entering HS code 960329 on the official website of the General Administration of Customs, the International Trade Single Window, or professional query tools. Note that tax rates may be adjusted with policy changes; it is recommended to refer to the latest published rates. What is the difference between the HS codes for hairbrushes and toothbrushes? Hairbrushes are classified under 960329 (other brushes), while toothbrushes are classified under 960321. The main difference is in use: toothbrushes are for oral cleaning, hairbrushes are for hair grooming. The use must be clearly stated when declaring. Which HS code should makeup brushes be classified under? Makeup brushes are usually classified under 960329, but if they are professional paint brushes for painting, they are classified under 960330. Judgment should be based on use: makeup brushes are personal care brushes, classified under 960329. Can machine brushes be classified under 960329? No. Brushes for machines, appliances or vehicles should be classified under 960340 or 960350. 960329 only applies to other brushes not for machines. What elements need attention when declaring 960329? Product name, use, material, brand, model, whether it is a machine part, etc. must be declared. Ensure accurate description of use and material to avoid incorrect classification as toothbrushes or paint brushes. What is the difference between 960329 and 960390? 960329 is other brushes, 960390 is other goods not elsewhere specified, including mops, dusters, brush-making materials, etc. Brush products are preferentially classified under 960329. What documents are required for importing hairbrushes? Generally, contracts, invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, customs declarations, etc. are required. If a brand is involved, an authorization letter is required. Specific requirements are subject to customs regulations. What are the regulatory conditions for HS code 960329? Regulatory conditions vary by country; usually there are no special regulations, but quality and safety standards may be involved. It is recommended to check the latest customs regulations.