Product classification

HS code for Rattan wickerwork: 4602.12

Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles, of rattan, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601.

Classification of rattan wickerwork under HS 4602.12

Rattan wickerwork is classified under HS code 4602.12. This classification is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1 and GRI 6. Chapter 46 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule covers manufactures of straw, esparto, or other plaiting materials, as well as basketware and wickerwork. Heading 4602 is specifically designated for basketwork, wickerwork, and other articles, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading 4601. The subheading 4602.12 is a specific breakout for articles made of rattan. Rattan is a climbing palm known for its durability and flexibility, making it a primary material for wickerwork. The classification applies to finished or semi-finished articles where the rattan strands have been woven, interlaced, or otherwise joined to form a specific shape or product. It is important to note that for an item to be classified here, it must be more than just the raw plaiting material; it must be a recognizable article such as a basket or a container. The distinction between 4601 (the material) and 4602 (the article) is fundamental to correct classification. Furthermore, if the rattan article is a piece of furniture, it may be excluded from Chapter 46 and moved to Chapter 94, depending on its design and intended use.

Covers
  • Rattan storage baskets
  • Woven rattan laundry hampers
  • Rattan trays for household use
  • Decorative rattan bowls
  • Rattan wine bottle carriers
  • Small rattan cases or trunks
Also under 4602.12
  • Serena & Lily (rattan furniture)
  • Pottery Barn (rattan decor)
  • Sika Design (classic rattan pieces)
  • Palecek (luxury rattan items)
  • Anthropologie

Codes often confused with 4602.12

Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 4601.22, which covers rattan plaiting materials in sheets or similar forms. The key difference is that 4601 is for the material itself, while 4602 is for finished articles. Another common error is classifying rattan furniture under 4602.12; however, finished furniture like chairs or tables should be classified under 9403.83. Additionally, articles made of bamboo (4602.11) or other vegetable materials (4602.19) are often misidentified as rattan.

4601.22Plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials; mats, matting and screens, of rattan46.01Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, assembled into strips or not; plaiting materials, plaits and the like bound together in parallel strands or woven in sheet form, finished articles or not46.02Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601; articles of loofah9403.83Furniture; of rattan4602.11Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles; of bamboo, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 46014602.19Basketwork, 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

Top exporters and importers of HS 460212 (the code used for rattan wickerwork), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 460212 (the code used for rattan wickerwork) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 460212, not only rattan wickerwork.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$51M
  2. 2 Indonesia $49M
  3. 3 China $43M

World total: $222M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $53M
  2. 2 Germany $19M
  3. 3 United Kingdom $19M

World total: $220M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for rattan wickerwork

Brazil classifies rattan wickerwork under NCM 4602.12.00: HS 4602.12 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about rattan wickerwork

What is the HS code for Rattan wickerwork?

The HS code for Rattan wickerwork is 460212 (Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles; of rattan, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601). The primary HS code for articles of rattan wickerwork is 4602.12.

How do I classify Rattan wickerwork for customs?

Rattan wickerwork is classified under HS code 460212 — Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles; of rattan, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include synthetic or plastic rattan?

No, synthetic rattan made from polymers is generally classified under 4602.90 or within Chapter 39, as 4602.12 is strictly for natural rattan.

Which countries are the top exporters of rattan wickerwork (HS 460212)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 460212 (the code used for rattan wickerwork) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $51M, 23% of world exports), Indonesia ($49M) and China ($43M). World exports came to about $222M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of rattan wickerwork (HS 460212)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 460212 (the code used for rattan wickerwork) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($53M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($19M) and the United Kingdom ($19M). World imports came to about $220M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Is the HS code for Rattan wickerwork the same in all countries?

The base HS code 460212 for Rattan wickerwork is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.

What is the NCM code for rattan wickerwork in Brazil?

In Brazil, rattan wickerwork (HS 460212) is classified under NCM 4602.12.00.