Salvadoran Istle Broom Fibers in Hanks from Mexico
Istle fibers from Agave genus plants in El Salvador, twisted into hanks for brooms and scrub brushes. The natural stiffness makes them ideal for heavy-duty cleaning tools without synthetic additives. Falls under HTS 1404.90.30.00 specifically for istle used primarily in broom and brush production.
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
• Provide botanical identification (Agave sp.) on invoices to distinguish from couch grass or piassava under other 1404 subheadings
• Comply with CITES if from wild-harvested agave species; check for Appendix listings on plant materials
• Avoid bundling with synthetic fibers, as mixtures may reclassify under Chapter 56 man-made staple fibers