9603.30.20.00 - Valued not over 5¢ each

This HTS category, 9603.30.20.00, specifically covers artists' brushes, writing brushes, and similar brushes designed for the application of cosmetics that have a declared value of not over 5 cents each. These brushes, regardless of material, are primarily distinguished by their intended use in artistic endeavors, writing, or the application of makeup. The critical classification factor here is the per-unit value, which is the defining characteristic for this specific subheading.

This classification is differentiated from its sibling categories based solely on the unit value of the brushes. HTS 9603.30.40.00 covers brushes valued over 5 cents but not over 10 cents each, while HTS 9603.30.60.00 encompasses those valued at over 10 cents each. Therefore, the precise valuation of each individual brush is the determining factor when selecting between these closely related subheadings.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to explore. Classification within 9603.30.20.00 is complete once the goods are identified as artists', writing, or cosmetic brushes and their unit value is confirmed to be 5 cents or less. Examples of goods that would fall here include inexpensive makeup brushes, small artist's paintbrushes for fine detail work, or basic writing brushes, provided they meet the specified value threshold.