Tampico Fibers from Agave stricta from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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