HS Code 9603

Brooms, Brushes, and Paint Rollers

HS code 9603 covers brooms, brushes, hand-operated floor sweepers, mops, paint rollers, and squeegees used for cleaning or industrial application.

4-digit Section XXLCL

HS Code 9603 — Brooms, Brushes, and Paint Rollers

This code covers all manual and mechanical cleaning tools such as household brooms, paint brushes, and floor mops. It also includes specialized brushes used as parts of machines and squeegees for cleaning windows or floors.

What's included

  • Toothbrushes
  • Paint brushes and rollers
  • Hair brushes
  • Road sweeper brushes
  • Shaving brushes
  • Squeegees

What's excluded

  • Electric toothbrushes → use 8509 (Classified as electromechanical domestic appliances.)

Common examples

  • Bamboo handle household broom
  • Colgate manual toothbrush
  • Synthetic fibre paint roller
  • Industrial wire brush for machinery

Frequently asked questions

Are paintbrush sets included?

Yes, sets containing paintbrushes and rollers are typically classified here.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
  • Documentation: Personal care brushes may require FDA or equivalent health compliance in some regions.
  • Typical shipping mode: LCL
  • Top exporters: China, Germany, United States
  • Top importers: United States, Germany, United Kingdom

Key takeaway

Broad category encompassing both household cleaning tools and industrial machine components.

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