Import Administration
Natural Bristle Paint Brushes & Brush Heads from People's Republic of China (A-570-501)

Scope Description:

The products covered by this investigation are natural bristle paint brushes and brush heads as currently provided for in item 760.65 of the Tariff Schedule of the United States (TSUS).

Scope for Final Determination of First Review (POR: 1989-90):
Imports covered by this review are shipments of natural bristle paint brushes and brush heads from the People’s Republic of China. During the review period, such merchandise was classifiable under item 760.65 of the Tariff Schedules of the United States (“TSUS”).
This merchandise is currently classifiable under Harmonized Tariff Schedule (“HTS”) item 9603.40.00. The TSUS and HTS item numbers are provided for convenience and customs purposes. The written description remains dispositive.

Scope for Final Determination of Second Review (POR: 1994-95):
Imports covered by this review are shipments of natural bristle paint brushes and brush heads from the PRC. The merchandise under review is currently classifiable under item
9603.40.40.40 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). Although the HTSUS subheading is provided for convenience and customs purposes, the written description of the merchandise is dispositive.

Scope for Final Determination of Third Review (POR: 1995-96):
Imports covered by this review are shipments of natural bristle paint brushes and brush heads from the PRC. Excluded from the order are paint brushes with a blend of 40 percent natural bristles and 60 percent synthetic filaments. The merchandise under review is currently classifiable under item 9603.40.40.40 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). Although the HTSUS subheading is provided
for convenience and customs purposes, the written description of the merchandise is dispositive.

Scope clarification:
Paint brushes with a blend of 60% synthetic and 40% natural fibers are outside the scope of the order (59 FR 25615, 5/17/94).