| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6704900000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6703003000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6703006000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9603302000 | Doc | 40.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9603306000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9615906000 | Doc | 41.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9615904000 | Doc | 35.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6914108000 | Doc | 64.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6914908000 | Doc | 60.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Flat Kabuki Brush
A Flat Kabuki Brush is a makeup application tool characterized by its dense, flat brush head and typically short, sturdy handle. The term "Kabuki" originates from traditional Japanese theatre, referencing the brushes used by actors to apply heavy makeup; modern makeup brushes adapted the shape for efficient application. The "flat" designation distinguishes it from the more rounded, traditional Kabuki brush shape. The color "black" refers to the handle color, though brush bristles can vary.
Material
- Bristles: Commonly synthetic fibers (nylon, taklon) are used, favored for their softness, durability, and hypoallergenic properties. Natural hair (goat, squirrel) is less common in flat Kabuki brushes due to difficulty maintaining the flat shape, but can be found in higher-end options.
- Handle: Typically made of wood or acrylic, often with a matte finish for better grip. Black coloration is achieved through paint, staining, or the use of black-colored materials.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a Flat Kabuki Brush is to provide a smooth, even application of powder products. It excels at building coverage and blending products seamlessly.
Function
- Buffing: The dense bristles allow for circular buffing motions, effectively distributing powder across the skin.
- Stippling: Can also be used with a stippling motion for lighter application or targeted coverage.
- Coverage Control: The flat shape allows for precise control over product placement and intensity.
Usage Scenarios
- Foundation: Applying liquid, cream, or powder foundation for full or medium coverage.
- Powder: Setting powder, blush, bronzer, and contour.
- Cream Products: Blending cream blushes, highlighters, or contours.
- Mineral Makeup: Applying and buffing mineral foundation for even coverage.
Common Types
Variations primarily depend on bristle density, softness, and handle shape/length:
- Dense Flat Kabuki: Features very tightly packed bristles for maximum coverage and buffing power. Ideal for liquid foundations and mineral makeup.
- Soft Flat Kabuki: Utilizes softer bristles for a lighter application of powder products or sensitive skin.
- Retractable Flat Kabuki: Features a retractable brush head for portability and hygiene.
- Angled Flat Kabuki: Has an angled brush head for contouring and sculpting.
- Dual-Ended Flat Kabuki: Combines a flat Kabuki brush with another brush type (e.g., a smaller blending brush) for versatility.
The declared goods are a flat kabuki brush, black in color, used for cosmetic application. This brush is likely designed for applying foundation, blush, or powder.
The following HS codes may be relevant:
- 9603302000: Artists' brushes, writing brushes and similar brushes for the application of cosmetics: Valued not over 5¢ each. This code applies to cosmetic brushes with a value not exceeding 5 US cents per unit.
- 9603306000: Artists' brushes, writing brushes and similar brushes for the application of cosmetics: Valued over 10¢ each. This code applies to cosmetic brushes with a value exceeding 10 US cents per unit.
- 6704900000: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like, of human or animal hair or of textile materials; articles of human hair not elsewhere specified or included: Of other materials. While primarily for hair, this code could apply if the brush utilizes human or animal hair, and is not specifically categorized elsewhere.
Explanation of HS Code Structure (based on provided reference material):
- 96: Chapter 96 covers miscellaneous manufactured articles. This chapter includes items like brushes, combs, and other personal care articles.
- 03: Heading 9603 specifically covers brushes, including those for artists, writing, and cosmetic application.
- 30: Subheading 960330 further classifies brushes for cosmetic application, differentiating based on value.
- 20: Subheading 96033020 specifies brushes valued not over 5¢ each.
- 60: Subheading 96033060 specifies brushes valued over 10¢ each.
- 67: Chapter 67 covers prepared animal fibres, wool, horsehair, silk, etc.; waste of these materials; articles of these materials.
- 04: Heading 6704 covers wigs, false beards, eyebrows, eyelashes, etc.
- 90: Subheading 670490 covers articles of other materials.
Important Note: The applicable HS code will depend on the value of the brush. If the brush's value is less than 5 US cents, use 9603302000. If it exceeds 10 US cents, use 9603306000. If the brush is made of human or animal hair, 6704900000 may be applicable, but this is less specific.