Dyed Raffia Fibers from Canada
Fibers from raffia palm leaves, dyed in various colors, primarily for plaiting hats, bags, and decorative braids. HTS 1401.90.40.00 includes raffia as a plaiting material, with dyeing permitted per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Document dye composition to ensure it's not chemically treated beyond chapter allowances
• Separate color batches in shipments to avoid averaging duties if rates vary
• Confirm end-use declarations focus on plaiting to prevent shift to textile fibers in Section XI