Willow Garden Pathway Matting from Japan
Durable matting woven from willow strips for covering garden paths or patios, providing a natural rustic look. It qualifies for HTS 4601.29.40.00 as woven matting of willow plaiting materials in sheet form, suitable for outdoor screens or mats. Partly assembled for rollable installation.
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%
Import Tips
• Ensure matting is untreated or naturally processed to avoid chemical treatment reclassifications
• Provide dimensions and weave density in invoices for accurate duty assessment
• Pitfall: Overlapping with floor coverings may invoke chapter exclusions