Wood Strip Laundry Hamper from Japan
A tall cylindrical hamper woven from thin strips of wood, featuring handles and a removable liner for laundry storage. Classified under HTS 4602.19.45.00 as 'other' articles of wood plaiting materials, shaped directly without being pre-formed plaits from 4601.
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
• Document the wood species and confirm strips meet plaiting material definition (narrow, suitable for interlacing) to prevent denial
• Include assembly instructions if partially assembled, but ensure final shape is direct weave to stay in 4602