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Bamboo Wicker Tote Bag from Japan

Handheld carry bag woven entirely from bamboo strips without lining, suitable for market shopping. HTS 4602.11.07.00 covers this as other bags of bamboo wickerwork from 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

• Differentiate from textile bags by emphasizing plaiting construction in invoices

• No leather or plastic handles; additions could reclassify to other chapters

• Comply with CPSC if for child use, though rare for wicker