Guatemalan Istle for Scrub Brooms

Coarse istle fibers from Guatemala, ideal for scrub brooms due to their abrasion resistance. Supplied in loose bundles or hanks for brush makers. Precisely matches HTS 1404.90.30.00 as istle for primary broom and brush applications.

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.

9603.90.40.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If sold as assembled broom heads

Finished broom or brush components, even with istle, classify under 9603.

5303.10.00.00Same rate: 35%

If flax or true bast fiber type

Jute, flax, or other bast fibers for textiles go to Chapter 53.

1404.90Same rate: 35%

If for other unspecified broom materials

Catch-all subheading for broom/brush vegetables not specifically istle, piassava, etc.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use HTS advisory opinions for mixed shipments with other 1404 materials to ensure correct suffix allocation

Document primary end-use as broom/brush to avoid challenge under Section XI textile exclusions

Test for fiber purity; admixtures over 10% other vegetables may require composite goods ruling