Raffia Straw Clutch Bag from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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