Raffia Knit Bag from Germany
Open-weave shoulder bag from raffia leaf strips, plaited for fashion carryalls. HTS 4602.19.18.00 covers this other vegetable bag without lining, directly shaped. Lightweight summer accessory.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Raffia qualifies as broad leaf strips per chapter notes; verify processing
• Colorfastness tests prevent textile blend disputes
• Market as 'bag' not 'purse' for correct heading