1404.90.40.00/Couch Grass Rhizomes (Agropyron repens) for Brushes/Japan

Couch Grass Rhizomes (Agropyron repens) for Brushes from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• 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