Dried Istle Fibers for Industrial Brushes

Sun-dried istle fibers optimized for industrial floor scrubbers and heavy-duty brushes. These vegetable materials provide superior stiffness without breaking down. HTS 1404.90.30.00 designates istle for such broom and brush uses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5607.50Lower: 13.6% vs 35%

If bound into twine or cordage

Vegetable fiber twine for brushes moves to Chapter 56 made-up textile articles.

4404.10.00Same rate: 35%

If split/sawn like bamboo and not broom-specific

Coniferous/split wood materials excluded from 1404 per chapter notes go to 4404.

1212.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for seaweed/kelp brush alternatives

Other economic plants not fitting broom use go to 1212.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain APHIS import permit for unprocessed plant materials entering the US

Specify 'not twisted into rope' on commercial invoice to stay in 1404 vs. rope classifications

Batch test for length uniformity, as short fibers risk reclassification as waste under 1404.90.90