Braided Bamboo Runner from Japan
A long, narrow braided bamboo runner for hallways or kitchen floors, formed from parallel plaited strands bound into sheet form. It qualifies for HTS 4601.21.80.00 as a bamboo floor covering distinct from wall screens or furniture.
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
• Measure dimensions to confirm 'floor covering' status, as oversized items may be questioned as screens
• Ensure no rubber backing, which could reclassify as Chapter 39 plastic composites
• Declare exact weaving method (plaited vs woven) in entry docs to match heading 4601 language