Bleached Rattan Cores from Japan
Inner cores of rattan canes that have been extracted, cleaned, and bleached for use in plaiting hats, bags, and decorative items. Classified under HTS 1401.20.4000 as other rattans prepared for plaiting, per chapter notes including bleached rattans. This distinguishes them from unprocessed or drawn forms.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'rattan cores for plaiting' to prevent misclassification as finished goods; ensure bleaching treatments comply with US EPA standards; declare exact processing (cleaned/bleached) on commercial invoice