Raw Istle Brush Filling Bundles from Mexico
Unprocessed istle bundles harvested for filling broom heads and stiff brush components. Sourced from Central American agave plants, these fibers retain natural oils for durability in sweeping applications. HTS 1404.90.30.00 covers istle as a key vegetable material for brooms and brushes.
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
• Fumigate shipments per ISPM 15 standards for wood packaging, even if fiber-only, to prevent quarantine issues
• Label with fiber length and diameter specs, as overly processed lengths may classify as 9603 prepared tufts
• Monitor for dyeing or bleaching, which could shift to heading 1401 if rendered primarily textile-suitable