Broom Corn Whisk Broom from Mexico
A compact whisk broom made entirely from broom corn (Sorghum vulgare var. broomi) twigs bound together without a handle, designed for quick sweeping of dust and debris. It falls under HTS 9603.10.05.00 as a whiskbroom wholly or in part of broom corn, valued under 96¢ each, within the quota limit for subheadings 9603.10.05 to 9603.10.35. These are traditional hand brooms used for table or countertop cleaning.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify quota status for the calendar year via USITC or CBP to ensure eligibility under 9603.10.05.00; provide certificate of origin proving broom corn composition
• Common pitfall: exceeding value limit shifts to higher subheading