HS Code for Straw brooms

Straw brooms, typically constructed from broomcorn, sorghum, or other vegetable fibers, are classified under HS code 9603.10. This classification is part of Chapter 96, which covers miscellaneous manufactured articles. Heading 9603 includes brooms, brushes, mops, and feather dusters. Subheading 9603.10 specifically addresses "brooms and brushes, consisting of twigs or other vegetable materials bound together, with or without handles." The classification is determined by the material of the sweeping head and the method of construction. Even if the broom features a wooden or plastic handle, the defining characteristic is the vegetable material used for the bristles. This code applies to traditional hand brooms, whisk brooms, and full-sized sweeping brooms used in domestic or commercial environments. The classification follows GRI 1 and GRI 6, as the product description in the nomenclature perfectly matches the physical characteristics of straw brooms.

Products Included

• Broomcorn brooms with wooden handles
• Sorghum straw whisk brooms
• Traditional bound twig brooms
• Rice straw brooms
• Hand-held straw brushes for cleaning

Common Misclassification

Straw brooms are occasionally misclassified under HS code 1404.90, which covers vegetable products not elsewhere specified. However, once the vegetable material is bound into a finished broom, it must be classified in Chapter 96 as a manufactured article. Another common error is using HS code 9603.90, which is the residual category for "other" brushes. Since 9603.10 specifically mentions vegetable materials, it is the correct and more specific code. Brooms made of synthetic plastic filaments are classified under 9603.90, not 9603.10.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Straw brooms?

The HS code for straw brooms made of vegetable materials bound together is 9603.10.

Does the HS code change if the broom has a plastic handle?

No, the classification remains 9603.10 as long as the sweeping part consists of vegetable materials like straw or twigs.