Coconut Leaf Broom from Japan

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 — 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%

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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