Vietnamese Bamboo Fish Trap Basket from China
Conical bamboo creel used by Vietnamese fishermen to trap and transport freshwater fish. Woven tightly from split bamboo strips in plaiting form, with a funnel entrance for fish. Fits HTS 4602.11.05.00 due to bamboo construction and dedicated fishing function.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include origin certificates confirming 100% bamboo to meet vegetable materials requirement and qualify for any preferential duties
• Label clearly as 'fishing creel' to prevent misclassification as general basketware; inspect for plaiting material compliance