Raffia Knit Shoulder Bag from Japan
A casual shoulder bag interlaced from raffia leaf strips (broad leaf plaiting material), forming a slouchy flatgood with adjustable strap. Classified in HTS 4602.19.29 as other luggage/flatgoods of vegetable plaiting, directly woven to shape. Lined with polyester.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify raffia as 'strips from broad leaves' in documentation to match chapter definition
• Photos of plaiting construction help CBP verify against assembled imports