Transversely Cut Rattan Poles from China
Rattan poles cut across into uniform sections while remaining in the rough, ideal for transport and initial processing in plaiting industries. Classified under HTS 1401.20.20 due to minimal processing limited to transverse sectioning, retaining primary use for plaiting in wickerwork.
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
• Measure section lengths to ensure cuts are purely transverse; lengthwise sawing risks reclassification as lumber under Chapter 44
• Bundle securely to prevent damage; provide supplier affidavits confirming no chemical treatments or bleaching