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Raffia Place Mat

Woven rectangular mats from raffia strips obtained from palm leaves, used as table setting protectors. Made directly to shape from plaiting materials, fitting HTS 4602.90.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5702.50Lower: 12.7% vs 38.5%

If intended for floor covering use

Chapter notes direct floor mats to Chapter 57; table mats stay basketwork.

4601.99Lower: 13.3% vs 38.5%

If rolls of raffia plaiting material

Unfinished plaits in 4601 become shaped mats in 4602.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify raffia as 'strips from broad leaves' in invoices matching chapter definition

• Ensure no latex backing, which could make it Chapter 40 rubber product

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