Artisan Shaker Whisk Broom from Japan
Hand-tied whiskbroom from select shaker broom corn varieties, bound tightly for durability and valued over 96¢ each. Classified under HTS 9603.10.3500 for its use of broom corn as the primary vegetable binding material without a handle. Commonly used for table sweeping in restaurants or homes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Label products clearly as 'broom corn whiskbrooms' to match HTS description and avoid misclassification
• Conduct fiber content testing if blends are suspected, as pure broom corn qualifies specifically here
• Bundle in small quantities per invoice to clearly demonstrate per-unit value over 96¢