Bamboo Raffia Plaits for Handicraft Strips from Germany
Plaited strips combining bamboo and raffia fibers, assembled for use in handicrafts like bag handles. Classified in HTS 4601.92.05.00 as plaits of bamboo plaiting materials, not finished articles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact material composition (bamboo percentage) as blends may affect duty rates or exclusions
• Use ISF filings early for ocean shipments from Asia to avoid penalties
• Avoid common pitfall of importing pre-dyed plaits without colorfastness certificates