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Assembled Bamboo Plaits for Mat Edging

Pre-plaited and assembled bamboo strips used as decorative edging for floor mats or screens. Falls under HTS 4601.92.05.00 specifically for bamboo plaits and similar products whether or not assembled into strips, prior to full weaving.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+37.5%40.2%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4601Same rate: 40.2%

If made from rattan or willow instead of bamboo

Plaits from other plaiting materials like osier or rattan are under different subheadings in 4601.91.

4601.99Lower: 15.8% vs 40.2%

If woven into sheet form like matting

When bound in parallel strands or woven into sheets, it moves to other bamboo subheadings in 4601.

5607.50Lower: 16.1% vs 40.2%

If twisted into twine or cordage

Chapter notes exclude plaited twine or cordage, directing to heading 5607 for ropes and cords.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label clearly as 'plaits for further manufacturing' to prevent misclassification as finished mats

• Comply with CITES if bamboo species are protected, though most commercial bamboo is exempt

• Batch test for moisture content to meet quarantine standards and avoid delays