Polypropylene Broom Bristles
Cut lengths of polypropylene monofilament, typically 200-250 mm long, with diameter between 0.5-1 mm and 100-300 decitex, used for manufacturing broom and brush bristles. Classified under HTS 5404.12.10.00 due to polypropylene composition, length not over 254 mm, and monofilament specs exceeding 67 decitex with no cross-section over 1 mm.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If any filaments exceed 254 mm in length
HTS 5404.12 splits polypropylene monofil by length threshold at 254 mm.
If uncut continuous filament spools
Continuous monofilament (not cut to length) classified as semi-manufactured plastic profiles.
If fully assembled into finished brooms/brushes
Complete broom/brush products move to Chapter 96 for finished articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify monofilament diameter ≤1mm and decitex ≥67 via lab testing; provide manufacturer specs
• Include cut length certificates showing all pieces ≤254mm to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 5404.12.10.00
Polypropylene Fishing Line Segments
Pre-cut polypropylene monofilament segments, 150-250 mm long, 0.8 mm diameter, 150 decitex, used in commercial fishing net repair or leader construction. Falls under 5404.12.10.00 as short-length polypropylene monofil meeting decitex/cross-section criteria.
Polypropylene Whisker Filaments
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Cut Polypropylene Rattan Substitute
Polypropylene monofilament strips cut to 230 mm, 4 mm wide, 180 decitex, simulating rattan for furniture weaving. 5404.12.10.00 applies to such short synthetic textile strips of PP.
Polypropylene Craft Brush Filaments
Pre-cut 220 mm polypropylene bristles, 0.6 mm gauge, 120 decitex, for art/craft brush assembly. Short length PP monofilament under HTS 5404.12.10.00.
Short PP Monofilament for 3D Printing
Cut 240 mm lengths of polypropylene monofilament, 0.7 mm diameter, 200 decitex, used as feedstock for specialized short-run 3D printers. Classified 5404.12.10.00 for cut-length PP textile monofil.
Artificial Plastic Straw for Weaving
Polypropylene strip mimicking straw, cut to 200 mm lengths, apparent width 3 mm, 200 decitex equivalent, used for basket weaving crafts. HTS 5404.12.10.00 covers such synthetic textile strips ≤5mm wide, short length, monofilament specs.