Raffia Woven Hosepiping from Japan
Lightweight hosepiping woven from raffia palm fibers, used in landscaping and low-pressure fluid transfer. Falls under HTS 5909.00.10.00 as vegetable fiber textile tubing, with natural flexibility and biodegradability. Often includes minimal accessories like couplings.
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
• Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline cases with synthetic linings to confirm vegetable fiber dominance
• Maintain records of manufacturing process showing tubular formation from textile fabrics
• Beware of moisture damage in transit; declare accurately to avoid undervaluation penalties