Couch Grass Rhizomes (Agropyron repens) for Brushes

Dried rhizomes of couch grass (Agropyron repens), bundled for use in fine sweeping brushes. This fits HTS 1404.90.40.00 as a vegetable material explicitly used primarily in brooms and brushes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.3%+35.0%37.3%
🇲🇽Mexico2.3%+10.0%12.3%
🇨🇦Canada2.3%+10.0%12.3%
🇩🇪Germany2.3%+10.0%12.3%
🇯🇵Japan2.3%+10.0%12.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 37.3%

If used as medicinal plants

Plants used in pharmacy or perfumery classify under 1211.

9603.90Lower: 12.8% vs 37.3%

If tufted into brush heads

Prepared tufts for brushes fall under 9603 per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label as 'broom/brush material only' to prevent agricultural classification

Test for weed seed contamination per USDA import rules

Store in cool, dry conditions pre-shipment to maintain quality