Bamboo Wicker Laundry Basket from Japan
A large, oval-shaped basket made directly from woven bamboo strips, designed for storing laundry. It falls under HTS 4602.11.07.00 as wickerwork of bamboo, classified as other baskets not lined, shaped by interlacing plaiting materials per Chapter 46 definitions.
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
• Verify bamboo origin with supplier certificates to confirm vegetable plaiting material status and avoid reclassification
• Ensure no textile lining exceeds minor components, as lined items may shift to other subheadings; provide detailed material breakdowns
• Check for phytosanitary certificates required for bamboo imports to prevent pest-related detentions at customs