Ugandan Barkcloth Wall Hanging from Japan
Traditional Ugandan barkcloth (buzinza) wall hanging handcrafted from locally sourced mutuba tree bark fibers, beaten and dyed using Ugandan natural materials. Qualifies under HTS 9819.11.33 as wholly formed in Uganda from Ugandan fibers, classifiable chapter 63 as ornamental textile article from lesser developed SSA beneficiary. Features cultural motifs and textures.
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
• Document mutuba tree harvesting locations and traditional beating process in Uganda
• Include cultural heritage certifications from Ugandan barkcloth cooperatives
• Ensure no synthetic dyes/processing; must use traditional Ugandan materials