Industrial Broom Corn Corn Broom from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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