Willow Basket Handbag from Japan
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 — 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 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