Synthetic Rattan Look Webbing from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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