Seagrass Wicker Storage Basket from Japan
A lidded round basket woven from seagrass plaiting materials for home organization. It qualifies under HTS 4602.19.17.00 as other wickerwork baskets from vegetable materials, formed directly from plaits. The natural weave provides inherent shape and durability.
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
• Include botanical identification for seagrass to confirm it's a qualifying plaiting material
• Avoid overpacking during shipping to prevent deformation that could question 'made directly to shape' status
• Check for FDA compliance if marketed for food storage, though primarily decorative