Raffia Decorative Trim Ribbon from Japan
Handwoven raffia narrow fabric, 2 cm wide with finished edges, for craft and apparel trimming. Falls under HTS 5806.39.20.00 for its narrow woven structure from raffia (vegetable fiber excluding cotton). Provides a textured, natural look for decorative uses.
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
• Use invoices specifying 'woven narrow fabric of raffia' and width to prevent misclassification as 4602 plaiting materials
• Test for pure vegetable fiber; synthetic blends go to 5806.39.90 other textiles