Seagrass Storage Basket from Japan
A rectangular lidded basket handwoven from seagrass for organizing pantry items or toys. It qualifies under HTS 4602.19.80.00 as wickerwork shaped directly from seagrass, a narrow-leaf vegetable plaiting material.
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
• Label fiber content clearly; blends with synthetic may reclassify to 4602.90
• Avoid describing as 'furniture' in docs to prevent shift to 9403; include weave process proof
• Small baskets under 1kg often qualify for informal entry; check for quota restrictions