Rattan Laundry Hamper Basket from Japan
A tall, cylindrical basket made directly from woven rattan strips, designed for storing laundry in homes. It falls under HTS 4602.12.16.00 as an other basket of rattan, a vegetable plaiting material, not lined or fitted for specific exclusions like furniture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify rattan origin with CITES documentation if from protected species to avoid customs delays
• Ensure declaration as 'other baskets' not resembling excluded furniture under Chapter 94
• Label fiber content accurately; misclassification as bamboo shifts to different subheading