Ethylene Copolymer Monofilament Broom Bristle Stock from Germany
Monofilament of ethylene copolymers (≥95% ethylene units) over 1 mm, for broom bristle manufacturing. Subheading 3916.10.00.00 per note (a)(2) for qualifying copolymers.
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%
Import Tips
• Submit comonomer analysis proving ≥95% ethylene contribution as required by subheading note
• Ensure not cut to bristle length; finished brushes classify elsewhere in Chapter 39
• Check for plasticizer content if soft copolymer grades used