Natural Fiber Table Whisk Broom from Japan
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 — 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
• 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