Dyed Rattan Strips from Germany
Thin strips of rattan cut to length, dyed in various colors, and used primarily for plaiting in colorful basketry and mat-making. HTS 1401.20.4000 covers other rattans, explicitly including dyed forms as per chapter notes for plaiting materials. They remain vegetable materials, not finished textiles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test dyes for colorfastness and ensure no hazardous substances under CPSIA if for consumer crafts; provide processing details to distinguish from woven articles; bundle securely to prevent damage during transit