Palm Leaf Plaited Handbag from Japan
Bohemian handbag plaited from narrow palm leaf strips, shaped into a slouchy design with knotted handles. Falls under HTS 4602.19.29.20 as a vegetable plaiting material handbag, purely natural and unlined. Eco-conscious choice for resort wear.
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
• Confirm palm strips are plaiting-suitable per notes, not broad woven fabric
• Pitfall: seasonal dyeing fading—declare treatments
• Pair with fair trade certifications for market appeal