What types of products are included in HS-4 4601?

HS-4 4601 includes plaiting materials and products like mats, screens, and other items made from bamboo, rattan, and other vegetable materials.

How do I select the correct HS-6 code for my product?

Identify the main material of your product. Use **460121** for bamboo mats, **460122** for rattan, and **460129** for other vegetable materials.

Are there codes for non-vegetable plaiting materials?

Yes, use **460199** for products made from non-vegetable materials.

Can I use HS-4 4601 for unfinished plaiting materials?

Yes, HS-4 4601 covers both finished and unfinished products made from plaiting materials.

What if my product doesn't fit neatly into these categories?

If your product is unique, consult with a customs broker for guidance on the appropriate classification.

HS-4 · Heading

4601 — Plaits 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 not

Chapter 46: Manufactures of straw, esparto

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 4601 when importing or exporting plaiting materials such as bamboo mats or rattan screens. This heading covers finished and unfinished products made from various plaiting materials, whether they are assembled into strips or woven into sheets.

When choosing between HS-6 lines, consider the material used. For example, 460121 covers bamboo mats, while 460122 is specific to rattan. If your product is a mat made of a different vegetable material, you would use 460129.

If your product is a plaiting material that is not a mat, you will need to determine the specific material. For example, 460192 is for bamboo products that are not mats, while 460193 applies to rattan. Non-vegetable materials fall under 460199.

It's essential to accurately classify your goods to avoid customs delays. Verify the product's composition and intended use to select the correct HS-6 code.

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HS-4 4601 · plaiting materials · bamboo mats · rattan screens · vegetable materials · plaits and similar products · importing plaiting materials · exporting mats · wickerwork products · customs classification · finished articles of plaiting materials · HS-6 codes for plaiting

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Bamboo mats for flooring or decoration (HS-6: 460121)
Rattan screens used for room dividers (HS-6: 460122)
Vegetable fiber mats made from jute (HS-6: 460129)
Bamboo strips for crafting furniture (HS-6: 460192)
Rattan plaits for making baskets (HS-6: 460193)
Non-vegetable plaiting materials used in synthetic mats (HS-6: 460199)

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What is HS-4 4601 used for?
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Are there specific codes for vegetable fiber mats?
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What products fall under HS-4 4601?

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 4601?: HS-4 4601 includes plaiting materials and products like mats, screens, and other items made from bamboo, rattan, and other vegetable materials.
How do I select the correct HS-6 code for my product?: Identify the main material of your product. Use **460121** for bamboo mats, **460122** for rattan, and **460129** for other vegetable materials.
Are there codes for non-vegetable plaiting materials?: Yes, use **460199** for products made from non-vegetable materials.
Can I use HS-4 4601 for unfinished plaiting materials?: Yes, HS-4 4601 covers both finished and unfinished products made from plaiting materials.
What if my product doesn't fit neatly into these categories?: If your product is unique, consult with a customs broker for guidance on the appropriate classification.

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