Dyed Raffia Fibers from Japan

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 — 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%

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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