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HTS Chapter 46 · Section IX

Manufactures of straw, of esparto or of other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork

Chapter 46 averages a 4.5% general (MFN) duty across its 48 rated tariff lines, with the steepest line reaching 18%.

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4.5%
avg MFN duty
18%
highest line
48
rated tariff lines
27%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 46 by duty-rate band

How the 48 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free130.1–5%175–10%1610–20%2

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 46

HTS Chapter 46 - Manufactures of straw, of esparto or of other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork - organizes 83 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 48 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 46 sits within Section IX (Wood and Articles of Wood; Cork; Plaiting Materials), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is 4.5%, with the highest individual rate reaching 18%. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under manufactures of straw, of esparto or of other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 46 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 46 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 83 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 48 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate 4.5% Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate 18% Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

4601 Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips; plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven, in sheet form, whether or not being finished articles (for example, mats, matting, screens):
Mats, matting and screens of vegetable materials:
4601.21 Of bamboo:
4601.21.40.00 Woven or partly assembled
kg
3.3%
Other:
4601.21.80.00 Floor coverings
kg
Free
4601.21.90.00 Other
kg
8%
4601.22 Of rattan:
4601.22.40.00 Woven or partly assembled
kg
3.3%
Other:
4601.22.80.00 Floor coverings
kg
Free
4601.22.90.00 Other
kg
8%
4601.29 Other:
Woven or partly assembled:
4601.29.40.00 Of willow
kg
3.3%
4601.29.60.00 Other
kg
4.8%
Other:
4601.29.80.00 Floor coverings
kg
Free
4601.29.90.00 Other
kg
8%
Other:
4601.92 Of bamboo:
4601.92.05.00 Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips
kg
2.7%
4601.92.20.00 Other
kg
6.6%
4601.93 Of rattan:
4601.93.01.00 Webbing
m2
Free
4601.93.05.00 Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips
kg
2.7%
4601.93.20.00 Other
kg
6.6%
4601.94 Of other vegetable materials:
4601.94.05.00 Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips
kg
2.7%
Other:
4601.94.20.00 Of willow or wood
kg
6.6%
4601.94.40.00 Other
kg
Free
4601.99 Other:
4601.99.05.00 Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips
kg
2.7%
4601.99.90.00 Other
kg
3.3%
4602 Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from articles of heading 4601; articles of loofah:
Of vegetable materials:
4602.11 Of bamboo:
4602.11.05.00 Fishing baskets or creels
No.
5%
Other baskets and bags, whether or not lined:
4602.11.07.00 Wickerwork
No.
Free
4602.11.09.00 Other
No.
10%
4602.11.21.00 Luggage, handbags and flatgoods, whether or not lined
No.
6.2%
Other:
4602.11.35.00 Wickerwork
No.
Free
4602.11.45.00 Other
No.
6.6%
4602.12 Of rattan:
4602.12.05.00 Fishing baskets or creels
No.
5%
Other baskets and bags, whether or not lined:
4602.12.14.00 Wickerwork
No.
Free
4602.12.16.00 Other
No.
5%
Luggage, handbags and flatgoods, whether or not lined:
4602.12.23.00 Articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag
No.
9%
4602.12.25.00 Other
No.
18%
Other:
4602.12.35.00 Wickerwork
No.
Free
4602.12.45.00 Other
No.
6.6%
4602.19 Other:
4602.19.05.00 Fishing baskets or creels
No.
5%
Other baskets and bags, whether or not lined:
4602.19.12.00 Of willow
No.
5.8%
Of palm leaf:
4602.19.14.00 Wickerwork
No.
Free
4602.19.16.00 Other
No.
5%
Other:
4602.19.17.00 Wickerwork
No.
Free
4602.19.18.00 Other
No.
4.5%
Luggage, handbags and flatgoods, whether or not lined:
4602.19.22.00 Of willow
No.
5.8%
Of palm leaf:
4602.19.23.00 Articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag
No.
9%
4602.19.25.00 Other
No.
18%
4602.19.29 Other
5.3%
4602.19.29.20 Handbags
No.
4602.19.29.40 Other
No.
Other:
Of willow or wood:
4602.19.35.00 Wickerwork
No.
Free
4602.19.45.00 Other
No.
6.6%
Other:
4602.19.60.00 Wickerwork
No.
Free
4602.19.80.00 Other
No.
2.3%
4602.90.00.00 Other
kg
3.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 46 cover? ▼
HTS Chapter 46 covers Manufactures of straw, of esparto or of other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork. It contains 83 individual tariff classifications, of which 48 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section IX (Wood and Articles of Wood; Cork; Plaiting Materials).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 46? ▼
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 46 is 4.5%. The highest individual rate in this chapter is 18%. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product? ▼
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 46? ▼
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data? ▼
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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