Colombian Pijao Hand-Loomed Shoulder Bag from Japan
Pijao indigenous women's traditional shoulder bag hand-woven from cotton with symbolic fertility patterns using backstrap loom techniques. Certified cottage industry product under HTS 9822.08.35 featuring natural dyes and geometric motifs representing agricultural cycles. Used for carrying market goods and ceremonial items.
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
• Require certification specifying backstrap loom construction (power looms disqualify product)
• Document natural dye processes used to verify traditional production methods
• Maintain artisan registry to trace production back to specific Pijao communities