Willow Wicker Handbag from Japan
A stylish handbag crafted directly from woven willow plaiting materials, featuring a structured shape with leather strap handles and optional fabric lining. It falls under HTS 4602.19.22.00 as a handbag made from willow, a qualifying vegetable plaiting material per Chapter 46 notes. The direct shaping from plaiting materials distinguishes it from assembled goods.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the product is made directly from willow plaiting materials (strips suitable for weaving) and not assembled from pre-made panels of 4601 to avoid reclassification
• Include certificates of vegetable origin and photos showing willow weave structure for CBP review during entry