Tampico Fibers from Agave stricta from Canada
Natural Tampico fibers from Agave stricta, in bundles for stiff scrubbing brushes. HTS 1404.90.40.00 includes these as istle-type materials primarily for brooms and brushes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
62.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Grade fibers by stiffness and color for consistent valuation
• Comply with APHIS import permits for agave materials
• Avoid dyeing which could shift to heading 1401 exclusions