Willow Basket Handbag from Germany
A structured hobo-style handbag crafted directly from woven willow osier strips, bound in parallel for durability. It qualifies for HTS 4602.19.29.20 as a vegetable plaiting material handbag, unlined and made to shape per chapter definitions. Perfect for bohemian fashion with eco-friendly appeal.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15.3%
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
• Confirm willow is processed as plaiting strips, not unspun fibers; avoid mixing with Chapter 54 plastics
• Common issue: improper packing leading to damage claims—use protective export crates
• Declare as 'direct shape basketwork' explicitly