Raffia Straw Clutch Bag from Japan

Elegant clutch-style handbag braided from raffia palm fibers, flat smooth surface with magnetic clasp for evening wear. Fits HTS 4202.22.60.00 as other vegetable fiber textile handbag, raffia processed into fabric-like material. Excludes plaiting note due to textile processing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

15.7%

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

Differentiate raffia textile from plaiting via processing docs; spun yarns qualify here

Clutch requires rigid frame declaration to stay in 4202 vs soft pouches

Seasonal dyeing doesn't affect fiber classification if base remains vegetable