Sorghum Broom from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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