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Extendable Ostrich Feather Duster from Germany

Professional-grade ostrich feather duster with an adjustable aluminum pole extending up to 20 feet for high-ceiling cleaning. Classified in HTS 9603.90.4000 for feather dusters, not as machine parts.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Declare pole material separately if detachable to avoid metal import duties

• Ensure pole extension mechanism doesn't qualify as 'mechanical' under 9603.90.60

• Photographic evidence of retail packaging helps prove consumer good status