Lime Bark Strips from Japan
Strips from lime tree bark, prepared for plaiting bags and mats in traditional crafts. HTS 1401.90.40.00 covers lime bark as a vegetable material primarily for plaiting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Source sustainably; declare bark origin to meet Lacey Act requirements
• Avoid soaking pre-shipment if it renders it a wet pulp, changing classification
• Label as 'plaiting grade' to differentiate from tanning materials