Willow Laundry Hamper

An open-top cylindrical hamper woven from willow strips for household laundry storage, often with a removable fabric liner. Classified under HTS 4602.19.12.00 because it is basketwork shaped directly from willow plaiting materials. The natural weave provides ventilation ideal for clothes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4602.12Lower: 16.6% vs 40.8%

If made from bamboo or osier

Specific vegetable plaiting materials like bamboo have dedicated subheadings.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 40.8%

If the textile lining predominates and it's considered a made-up textile article

Essential character shifts to textile if fabric exceeds plaiting structure.

9403.60.80Lower: 35% vs 40.8%

If designed as wooden furniture like a storage cabinet

Chapter 94 covers wooden furniture, excluding plaiting material basketwork.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document the percentage of willow vs. any synthetic liner to prevent misclassification as a textile article

Ensure no metal reinforcements that could classify it under Chapter 73 as iron/steel articles

Label clearly as 'willow basketwork' and include weave origin proof for duty-free claims if applicable

Related Products under HTS 4602.19.12.00

Willow Picnic Basket

A traditional rectangular basket made directly from woven willow plaiting materials, featuring sturdy handles and often a checkered lining for picnic outings. It falls under HTS 4602.19.12.00 as a basket of willow, a vegetable plaiting material, shaped without using pre-made plaits from heading 4601. The willow withies are interlaced to form the body, lid, and compartments typical for carrying food and utensils.

Willow Wine Carrier Bag

A handled bag-style carrier woven from willow for transporting 2-4 wine bottles, with internal dividers. It qualifies for HTS 4602.19.12.00 as 'baskets and bags' of willow plaiting materials formed directly to shape. Lightweight and protective for bottles during events.

Willow Fruit Basket

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.

Willow Beach Tote Bag

A spacious open-top tote woven from thick willow strands, ideal for beach towels and gear, sometimes with canvas lining. Classified in HTS 4602.19.12.00 for willow bags made from plaiting materials. Durable for outdoor use.

Willow Storage Basket with Lid

A lidded rectangular basket of woven willow for closet organization or pantry storage. HTS 4602.19.12.00 applies as a shaped willow basket, often lined for dust protection. Stackable design common.

Willow Flower Basket

Decorative oval basket from willow plaits for floral arrangements or market flowers, with twisted handles. Under HTS 4602.19.12.00 as willow basketwork directly shaped. Elegant for weddings.