Ostrich Feather Duster

A cleaning tool made from natural ostrich feathers attached to a wooden handle, used for dusting delicate surfaces. Classified under HTS 6701.00.60.00 as an article of feathers other than those excluded by chapter notes, such as toys or apparel trimming.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.7%+35.0%39.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.7%+10.0%14.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.7%+10.0%14.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.7%+10.0%14.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.7%+10.0%14.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9603.30Lower: 10% vs 39.7%

If assembled with significant non-feather components like plastic or metal handles

Brooms and brushes with feather elements may shift to Chapter 96 if the feather is not the essential character.

0505.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 39.7%

If for unworked raw feathers sold in bulk without assembly into articles

Raw feathers or down without fabrication into finished articles fall under heading 0505 for unworked bird products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify feathers are unworked or minimally processed to avoid reclassification under heading 0505 for raw bird parts

β€’ Include CITES documentation if using feathers from protected species like ostrich to ensure compliance with wildlife regulations

β€’ Label products clearly as 'feather articles' and avoid marketing as toys to prevent Chapter 95 misclassification