Dried Istle Fibers for Industrial Brushes from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• 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