Split Rattan Poles
Split rattan poles are rattan canes split lengthwise into thinner strips, commonly used for weaving furniture and baskets. As a form of rattan processed for plaiting, they fall under tariff item 1401.20.00, which covers rattans regardless of being split or sawn.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the split poles are made from bamboo rather than rattan
Bamboo is classified under a separate tariff item even when split or sawn for plaiting.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the rattan's end use (plaiting) on customs documentation to support classification under 1401.20.00
• If the poles are bundled with other materials, ensure the rattan is separately itemized to avoid misclassification
• Check if the rattan originates from a country with preferential tariff treatment to reduce or eliminate duties
Related Products under Tariff item 1401.20.00
Bleached Rattan Cores
Inner cores of rattan canes that have been extracted, cleaned, and bleached for use in plaiting hats, bags, and decorative items. These cores are prepared for plaiting but not treated for textile use, fitting the tariff item's scope for rattans.
Bleached Rattan for Baskets
Bleached rattan specifically graded for basket plaiting, where the bleaching process enhances color uniformity for craft use. This rattan is prepared for plaiting but not further processed into textile materials, aligning with the chapter's scope for vegetable plaiting materials.
Cleaned Rattan Reeds
Rattan reeds cleaned of sheaths and nodes, prepared for plaiting in traditional crafts like placemats and wall hangings. These reeds are not treated for textile use and are classified as rattans under the tariff item.
Craft-Grade Rattan Splints
Fine rattan splints split and polished for detailed plaiting in jewelry and small accessories. These splints are prepared for plaiting and not treated for textile use, aligning with the tariff item's scope.
Decorative Rattan Cords
Lightly twisted rattan cords for plaiting decorative borders, still in raw material form. These cords are not yet woven into articles and are classified as rattans for plaiting.
Dyed Rattan Strips
Thin strips of rattan cut to length, dyed in various colors, and used primarily for plaiting in colorful basketry and mat-making. The dyeing does not render them suitable for textile use, so they remain under the tariff item.