Premium Broom Corn Whisk Broom from Japan
A handcrafted whisk broom made from natural broom corn straw bound together without a handle, ideal for sweeping fine dust in kitchens or workshops. It falls under HTS 9603.10.60.00 as a broom consisting wholly of broom corn, valued over 96¢ each due to its premium quality and craftsmanship.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
32%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify the broom is wholly or partly broom corn via supplier certification to confirm HTS 9603.10.60.00 classification
• Include detailed value invoices showing unit price >96¢ to avoid reclassification to lower-value subheadings
• Ensure no synthetic fibers are added, as that could shift to 9603.90 headings; common pitfall is misdeclared composition