Industrial Broom Corn Corn Broom from Germany
Traditional corn broom from bound broom corn stalks, used in farms and markets for sweeping debris. HTS 9603.10.5000 applies to these low-value, vegetable-based brooms not exceeding 96¢ each. The natural twig binding defines its chapter placement.
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
• Conduct fiber content testing if blends suspected; pitfall is incorrect hierarchy leading to Chapter 95 toy misclassification
• Ensure no metal parts exceed minor constituent limits per chapter notes