Raffia Knit Bag from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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