Dyed Raffia Fibers from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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