HS Code for Rattan plaits

Rattan plaits and similar products of plaiting materials are classified under HS code 4601.93. This classification falls under Chapter 46, which encompasses manufactures of straw and other plaiting materials. Heading 4601 includes plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips. These are typically semi-finished goods or materials used in the manufacture of other items like hats, furniture, or footwear. Subheading 4601.93 is the specific code for rattan plaits that do not meet the criteria for mats, matting, or screens (which are covered under 4601.22). A "plait" is defined as a strand or band formed by interlacing three or more components. This classification is used for braided or woven strips of rattan that are intended for further industrial or craft processing. It is crucial to differentiate these from raw rattan poles, which are considered raw vegetable materials and are classified elsewhere in the nomenclature.

Products Included

• Braided rattan strips
• Woven rattan bands
• Rattan webbing in rolls
• Rattan braids for hat making
• Interlaced rattan strands for furniture repair

Common Misclassification

Rattan plaits are frequently misclassified under 1401.20, which is for raw rattan (canes or poles). Heading 1401 is for materials that have not yet been plaited or worked into strips. Another common error is using 4601.22, which is reserved for mats and screens. If the plaiting material is made of synthetic polymers (plastic rattan), it must be classified under 4601.94 or 4601.99.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Rattan plaits?

The HS code for rattan plaits and similar products (excluding mats) is 4601.93.

What is the difference between 1401 and 4601?

Heading 1401 covers raw rattan materials, while 4601 covers rattan that has been worked into plaits, strips, or sheets.