What is HS-4 1401 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
1401 — Vegetable materials of a kind used primarily for plaiting; (e.g. bamboos, rattans, reeds, rushes, osier, raffia, cleaned, bleached or dyed cereal straw and lime bark)
Chapter 14: Vegetable plaiting materials
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 1401 when importing vegetable materials like bamboo or rattan primarily for plaiting. For example, a shipment of cleaned bamboo sticks intended for making baskets falls under this heading.
When deciding between HS-6 140110 for bamboo and HS-6 140120 for rattan, consider the primary material of your product. If your goods are made from a mix, you may need to classify under HS-6 140190, which covers other vegetable materials used for plaiting.
If your shipment includes dyed or bleached straw or rushes, check if it fits under HS-6 140190. This subheading is for items not specifically classified elsewhere in this heading, ensuring you capture all relevant products.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 1401 · bamboo for plaiting · rattan for plaiting · vegetable materials import · plaiting materials classification · cleaned straw · rushes for crafts · osier products · raffia shipments · vegetable products HS codes
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Cleaned bamboo poles for basket weaving
- Rattan strips for furniture making
- Dried rushes used in mat production
- Bleached cereal straw for decorative crafts
- Osier for making willow baskets
- Raffia for crafting and floral arrangements
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify bamboo imports?
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Is rattan covered under HS-4 1401?
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What are the subheadings under HS-4 1401?
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How do I determine the correct HS code for plaiting materials?
Match the product to the legal wording, then verify the final pick in your country tariff schedule before filing.
What products fall under HS-6 140190?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
importing bamboo for plaiting purposes
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rattan classification for customs
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vegetable materials used in crafts
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how to classify vegetable plaiting materials
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examples of HS-4 1401 products
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understanding HS-6 140110 and 140120
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customs duties for vegetable materials
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requirements for importing raffia
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products are included in HS-4 1401?
- HS-4 1401 includes bamboo, rattan, reeds, rushes, osier, raffia, and cleaned or dyed cereal straw used primarily for plaiting.
- How do I choose between HS-6 140110 and 140120?
- Choose HS-6 140110 for bamboo products and HS-6 140120 for rattan. If your product contains both or other materials, consider HS-6 140190.
- Can I use HS-4 1401 for mixed vegetable materials?
- Yes, if your product is a mix of materials used for plaiting, classify it under HS-6 140190, which covers unspecified vegetable materials.
- What is the significance of cleaning or dyeing in classification?
- Cleaning or dyeing can affect classification; dyed or bleached materials may fit under HS-6 140190 if not specifically listed.
- Are there specific import regulations for these materials?
- Yes, check local regulations for import duties and any phytosanitary requirements for vegetable materials.
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