Palm Leaf Hobo Shoulder Bag from China
A slouchy hobo-style shoulder bag made by plaiting palm leaf into a crescent shape with adjustable strap. Fits HTS 4602.19.25.00 as other unlined handbags from palm leaf plaiting materials, per exclusions for lined or Chapter 42 goods. Its soft, natural form suits bohemian fashion.
Duty Rate — China → United States
55.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm strap is also palm leaf; non-vegetable straps may require parts classification
• Batch imports small to test customs rulings on 'flatgoods' interpretation
• Retain artisan affidavits for 'handmade' claims to support valuation reductions