About HS Code 460219
This broad category encompasses finished basketwork, wickerwork, and other articles made from a variety of vegetable materials, specifically excluding bamboo and rattan. This includes items crafted from straw, jute, sisal, abaca, water hyacinth, palm leaves, and even loofah. These products are traded globally, driven by consumer demand for natural, sustainable, and often handcrafted goods for home decor, storage, and personal care. Importers are typically retailers, gift shops, and eco-conscious brands seeking unique textures and environmentally friendly options. Exporters are often developing countries with rich natural resources and traditional crafting techniques. Key considerations include the specific vegetable fiber used, its unique texture and appearance, and the artisanal value, which contributes to the product's market appeal and often supports local communities.
Products Under This Code
Straw market bags, Jute storage baskets, Sisal rugs (finished), Water hyacinth placemats, Palm leaf hats, Loofah sponges, Seagrass hampers
Real World Examples
The Body Shop (loofah products), IKEA (seagrass baskets), Target (Threshold straw items), Etsy artisans (various natural fiber crafts), Whole Foods (natural bath accessories)
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 460194 (raw plaiting materials of these types) or 630790 (other made-up textile articles) if the item is more textile-like. The key is that it's a *finished article* of *basketwork/wickerwork* from non-bamboo/rattan vegetable materials.
Products Classified Under 4602.19
Industry
This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.
Trade Overview
India, Bangladesh, Vietnam, and China are major exporters, with the USA, EU, and Japan being primary importers for retail and home goods.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 460219?
HS code 460219 covers: Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles; of vegetable materials (not bamboo or rattan), made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601; articles of loofah. This broad category encompasses finished basketwork, wickerwork, and other articles made from a variety of vegetable materials, specifically excluding bamboo and rattan. This includes items crafted from straw, jute, sisal, abaca, water hyacinth, palm leaves, and even loofah. These products are traded globally, driven by consumer demand for natural, sustainable, and often handcrafted goods for home decor, storage, and personal care. Importers are typically retailers, gift shops, and eco-conscious brands seeking unique textures and environmentally friendly options. Exporters are often developing countries with rich natural resources and traditional crafting techniques. Key considerations include the specific vegetable fiber used, its unique texture and appearance, and the artisanal value, which contributes to the product's market appeal and often supports local communities.
What products fall under HS code 460219?
Straw market bags, Jute storage baskets, Sisal rugs (finished), Water hyacinth placemats, Palm leaf hats, Loofah sponges, Seagrass hampers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 460219?
Often confused with 460194 (raw plaiting materials of these types) or 630790 (other made-up textile articles) if the item is more textile-like. The key is that it's a *finished article* of *basketwork/wickerwork* from non-bamboo/rattan vegetable materials.
How is HS code 460219 structured?
HS code 460219 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (46) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.