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
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
• 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