Natural Fiber Table Whisk Broom from Germany
Handcrafted whisk broom using broom corn bristles bound with natural twine, ideal for kitchen counters and upholstery. Classified under HTS 9603.10.05.00 due to its broom corn construction, low value under 96¢, and placement within the annual quota for such whiskbrooms. Excludes handles to qualify as a basic bound twig broom.
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
• Document broom corn fiber content with supplier invoices and lab tests for CBP verification
• Monitor annual import quotas closely as exceeding triggers higher duties
• Pitfall: adding plastic handles may reclassify as 9603.21