Oak Broom Handles from Japan
Cylindrical oak wood handles for household brooms, tapered at one end for head attachment and varnished for grip and weather resistance. Classified under HTS 4417.00.80 as broom handles of wood, distinct from complete broom assemblies. Commonly used in cleaning tool manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed invoices specifying 'broom handles only, without broom heads' to prevent reclassification
• Comply with ISPM 15 heat treatment standards for wooden articles to avoid inspection holds
• Watch for common errors in HTS selection leading to incorrect 4417 vs 9603 duties