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Nylon Artificial Raffia Straw from Japan

Narrow strips of nylon resembling natural raffia straw, with an apparent width of 3 mm, used for weaving hats and baskets. Classified under HTS 5404.90.00.00 as 'strip and the like (e.g., artificial straw)' of synthetic textile materials not exceeding 5 mm width. This catches synthetic imitations of natural straw not elsewhere specified.

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

Measure apparent width precisely (under 5 mm) and provide weave samples to distinguish from wider strips in other headings

Declare textile composition accurately; blends over certain thresholds may shift to woven fabric headings

Nylon Artificial Raffia Straw from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5404.90.00.00