Willow Picnic Basket from Germany
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.
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Import Tips
• Verify the basket is made directly from willow plaiting materials, not assembled from heading 4601 plaits, to avoid reclassification
• Provide certificates of vegetable origin and photos showing willow weave structure for CBP examination
• Avoid lining with substantial textile amounts that could shift classification to textile articles under Chapter 63