Sorghum Broom from Germany
Handcrafted broom from sorghum straw or broomcorn twigs bound tightly into a sweeping head, often with a natural handle, used for household cleaning. Classified in HTS 9603.10.90.00 for brooms of vegetable materials bound together, excluding common types like bamboo.
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
• Conduct fiber content testing if mixed materials to ensure over 50% vegetable twigs for 9603.10 classification
• Include photos and material specs in entry docs to distinguish from imported finished plastic-handled brooms
• Beware of anti-dumping duties on certain vegetable brooms from specific origins; check ITC notices