HS Code for Straw baskets

Straw baskets are classified under HS code 4602.19, which pertains to basketwork, wickerwork, and other articles made directly to shape from plaiting materials. Specifically, this subheading covers items made from vegetable materials other than bamboo or rattan. Straw is considered a vegetable plaiting material under the Harmonized System. The classification is determined by the fact that the item is a finished article (a basket) rather than a raw material or a flat mat. Chapter 46 focuses on manufactures of straw, esparto, or other plaiting materials. Because these baskets are "made to shape," they are distinguished from simple sheets or rolls of plaited material. The durability and construction method—weaving or interlacing straw fibers into a container form—place them firmly within this category. This code applies to both decorative and functional baskets, provided the primary material is straw and they are not lined with materials that change their essential character to that of a different commodity, such as a high-end fashion handbag.

Products Included

• Hand-woven straw storage baskets
• Straw gift baskets
• Decorative straw containers
• Straw picnic baskets (without specialized linings)
• Artisanal straw basketwork

Common Misclassification

Straw baskets are often confused with HS code 4602.11 (bamboo baskets) or 4602.12 (rattan baskets). It is essential to identify the specific vegetable material used. They may also be misclassified under 4601.29 if they are flat mats rather than shaped containers. Furthermore, if the basket is heavily reinforced with leather or textile to the point it becomes a handbag, it might be classified under 4202.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Straw baskets?

The HS code for baskets made of straw (vegetable material other than bamboo or rattan) is 4602.19.

Are straw hats classified under this code?

No, straw hats are classified under Chapter 65 (Headgear), specifically heading 6504, even though they are made from similar plaiting materials.