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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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