Broom Corn Push Broom from Japan
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 — 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
• 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