Dried Broomcorn Stalks in Bundles from Mexico
Long, stiff stalks of Sorghum vulgare var. technicum, dried and bundled for use in broom manufacturing. This raw vegetable material falls under HTS 1404.90.20.00 as broomcorn, a primary material for brushes and brooms, not processed beyond drying and bundling.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country to prove broomcorn is free of pests and diseases
• Declare as raw vegetable material; avoid misclassification as finished brooms under Chapter 96 to prevent higher duties
• Check for seasonal quotas on broomcorn imports which may apply based on agricultural safeguards