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Haitian Cotton Tote Bag Hand-Loomed from Japan

Sturdy hand-loomed cotton tote bag with Haitian market motifs, hand-stitched by cooperative artisans. Direct Haiti import under U.S. note 6(m) cottage industry provisions for traditional textile handicrafts.

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

• Document hand-stitching thread patterns distinguishing from machine sewing

• Verify loom width consistent with traditional Haitian equipment

• Avoid leather handles that trigger chapter 42 handbag classification