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
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
• 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