Willow Tote Shopping Bag from Japan
A spacious open-top tote bag woven directly from willow strips, ideal for shopping or beach use, with minimal lining and cotton web handles. Classified under HTS 4602.19.22.00 for its willow plaiting construction as a flatgood handbag. Excludes twine or rope elements per Chapter exclusions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label fiber content accurately, noting willow as principal material (>50% by weight) to support 4602 classification
• Document weaving process to prove 'made directly to shape' from plaiting materials, preventing shifts to Chapter 42