Bleached Broomcorn for Brooms from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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