Synthetic Rattan Look Webbing from Japan
Woven webbing mimicking rattan appearance but made from polyethylene strips resembling natural rattan plaits, used in outdoor furniture seating. Falls under HTS 4601.93.01.00 if specifically classified as 'of rattan' based on visual and functional equivalence, though material composition should be scrutinized per chapter notes excluding plastic strips unless processed as plaiting materials.
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
• Obtain material composition lab tests to defend 'rattan' classification if synthetic; customs may challenge under Chapter 46 plaiting material definitions
• Label clearly as 'rattan-style' to avoid misdeclaration penalties