Willow Fruit Basket from Japan
A shallow, oval-shaped basket handwoven from willow for displaying and carrying fruits or bread. Falls under HTS 4602.19.12.00 as other willow baskets made directly from plaiting materials. Its open weave allows air circulation to keep produce fresh.
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
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming direct shaping from willow strips, not 4601 intermediates
• Avoid overpacking with non-plaiting elements that alter essential character
• Comply with FDA food contact rules if marketed for edibles