Raffia Leaf Strip Mats from Japan
Sheets woven from narrow raffia leaf strips, used in crafting. Falls under HTS 4601.99.90.00 for plaits of vegetable materials in sheet form, as broad leaves processed into strips qualify as plaiting materials.
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
• Confirm strips derived from broad leaves per chapter definition
• Avoid confusion with nonwovens, requiring material tests if challenged
• Declare intended use as plaiting stock to stay in 4601