Polyester Craft Raffia Strip

Synthetic polyester raffia-like strips <5 mm wide, 67+ decitex imitating natural palm for crafting. Under HTS 5404.19.80.40 as polyester artificial straw/strips. For weaving bags and mats.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.9%+35.0%41.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇨🇦Canada6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇩🇪Germany6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇯🇵Japan6.9%+10.0%16.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

1404.90Lower: 10% vs 41.9%

If natural vegetable raffia

True plant raffia falls under vegetable plaiting materials.

3920.10.00Lower: 39.2% vs 41.9%

If polymer film strips

Plastic sheets cut into strips classify in 3920.

4602.90.00Lower: 38.5% vs 41.9%

If plaited into craft articles

Finished plaited goods from strips go to chapter 46.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Sample strips for width and weave-ability confirmation

Separate from natural raffia in chapter 14

Color batch consistency aids customs inspection

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