Synthetic Blend Feather Duster from China
Hybrid duster combining real chicken feathers with synthetic fibers for durability and washability, fitted with a telescopic handle. Falls under HTS 9603.90.4000 as feather dusters, emphasizing the feather component.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify feather percentage on labels (>50% typically keeps it in 9603.90.40) to avoid reclassification
• Provide lab tests for fiber content if blends exceed synthetic thresholds
• Register for FDA if marketed for food contact surfaces, though rare for dusters