Coconut Leaf Broom from Germany
Lightweight broom from bundled coconut palm leaves, traditionally used in tropical regions for fine sweeping on hard surfaces. It qualifies for 9603.10.90.00 as 'other' brooms of bound vegetable materials.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Quarantine certification required for plant materials to clear USDA/APHS inspections
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing handmade labor costs in declared value
• Use HTS advisory rulings for unique vegetable blends to preempt disputes