Bleached Broomcorn for Brooms from Germany
Sorghum vulgare var. technicum broomcorn lightly bleached for color consistency in broom making, remaining raw fiber. HTS 1404.90.20.00 applies as it's still primarily a broom/brush material, not further manufactured.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Disclose bleaching agents in documentation to pass chemical residue tests
• Store in cool, dry conditions post-import to maintain bleach stability
• Verify if bleaching renders it nonflammable, potentially affecting classification