Corn Husk Whiskbroom from Mexico
A traditional whiskbroom made from bundled corn husks tied together with wire, designed for sweeping small debris like dust and crumbs from surfaces. It falls under HTS 9603.90.80.10 as a whiskbroom, which is a specific type of hand-operated broom characterized by its small size and whisk-like bundle of bristles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify the broom consists of natural fiber whiskers without mechanical parts to avoid reclassification; provide origin certificates for agricultural materials like corn husks; inspect for compliance with U.S. pesticide residue standards on plant-based products