Paper Strip Plait Bands
Narrow sheets of plaited paper strips bound parallel for decorative use. These are plaiting materials of paper in sheet form, per the chapter definition, qualifying under tariff item 4601.99.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3% | — | 3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the paper strips are assembled into strips rather than sheets
This item covers plaits assembled into strips.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the paper strips are plaited, not just laminated or glued
• Keep documentation showing the strips are bound in parallel strands
• Check if the bands are for decorative use, which may have different import requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 4601.99.90
Bamboo Strip Plait Sheets
Unfinished rolls of bamboo strips plaited and bound in parallel strands for crafting. These are plaiting materials in sheet form, not yet finished mats, qualifying under tariff item 4601.99.90.
Mixed Vegetable Plait Panels
Panels from assorted plaited vegetable strips like bark and leaves in sheet form. These are other similar products, bound or woven sheets, qualifying under tariff item 4601.99.90.
Osier Willow Plait Rolls
Rolled sheets of osier and willow plaits interlaced for basket making. These are similar products of plaiting materials in sheet form, not ropes or cables, falling under tariff item 4601.99.90.
Raffia Leaf Strip Mats
Sheets woven from narrow raffia leaf strips, used in crafting. These are plaits of vegetable materials in sheet form, as broad leaves processed into strips qualify as plaiting materials, falling under tariff item 4601.99.90.
Rattan Plaited Privacy Screens
Flat screens made by interlacing rattan strips into woven sheets, used for room dividers. These are similar products of plaiting materials in sheet form, not assembled into furniture, qualifying under tariff item 4601.99.90.
Reed Woven Wall Panels
Large sheets of plaited reed strips bound together for use as decorative wall panels. These are woven plaiting materials in sheet form, not yet assembled into furniture, and therefore fall under tariff item 4601.99.90 as other plaiting products.