HS Code for Bamboo baskets

HS code 460211 is designated for "Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles; of bamboo, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601." This classification specifically covers articles crafted from bamboo using traditional plaiting or weaving techniques. The key elements are the material (bamboo), the manufacturing method (basketwork/wickerwork, either directly shaped or assembled from pre-plaited materials), and the resulting article (baskets). This code distinguishes finished bamboo articles from raw bamboo materials or other types of woven goods. It encompasses a wide range of functional and decorative items produced through these specific artisanal methods, highlighting the material's flexibility and the traditional craftsmanship involved.

Products Included

• Woven bamboo storage baskets
• Bamboo laundry hampers
• Decorative bamboo fruit baskets
• Bamboo picnic baskets
• Hand-plaited bamboo waste bins
• Bamboo magazine holders (plaited)

Common Misclassification

Misclassification can occur when distinguishing between raw plaiting materials and finished articles, or between bamboo articles and those made from other materials. HS code 460121 covers "Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips; plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven in sheet form, of bamboo." This code is for the raw or semi-finished plaiting materials themselves, such as bamboo sheets or strips, not the finished articles like baskets. Misclassification occurs if the product is not a finished article. Another potential confusion is with HS code 442090, which covers "Wooden articles of furniture not falling in Chapter 94." While some wooden articles might be decorative, 460211 is specific to articles made by plaiting or weaving bamboo, not solid wood construction.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Bamboo baskets?

The HS code for bamboo baskets is 460211. This code applies to articles made from bamboo through plaiting or wickerwork, whether directly shaped or assembled from pre-plaited bamboo materials, encompassing a variety of functional and decorative items.

Are bamboo furniture items classified under 460211?

No, bamboo furniture items are generally not classified under 460211. While made of bamboo, furniture typically falls under Chapter 94, specifically under headings like 940389 for "Other furniture of other materials," or 940190 for "Parts of seats," depending on the specific item and its construction. HS 460211 is reserved for basketwork and similar plaited articles, not structural furniture.