Reed Plaited Cord Strips from Japan
Plaited strips resembling cords made from river reeds, assembled for use in crafting bags or mats. Falls under HTS 4601.94.05.00 for plaits of other vegetable materials like reeds, not in bound sheet form. Used in traditional weaving.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from twine or cordage (5607) by emphasizing interlaced plait structure in invoices
• Test for non-woven state; if felted, it excludes from Chapter 46 per notes
• Batch by width and length for accurate duty calculation on strip assemblies