Broom Corn Push Broom from Germany
A traditional push broom made with stiff broom corn bristles bound together and attached to a wooden handle, designed for heavy-duty outdoor sweeping. It falls under HTS 9603.10.40.00 as a broom wholly or in part of broom corn, valued under 96¢ each, within the specified quota. The vegetable material bristles distinguish it from synthetic alternatives.
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
• Verify quota status for the calendar year as exceeding 121,478 dozen triggers higher duties under 9603.10.60
• Document broom corn content and value per unit to confirm classification under the 'not over 96¢' subheading
• Avoid misdeclaration as synthetic brooms (9603.29) by providing material certificates