1404.90.40.00/Tampico Fibers from Agave stricta/Germany

Tampico Fibers from Agave stricta from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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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