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U.S. imports of vegetable plaiting materials (other) (HS 140190) totaled $100K in July 2026, traded with 14 countries.
Importers of Vegetable Plaiting Materials (Other) paid $13K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $100K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Vegetable Plaiting Materials (Other) imports of $100K in July 2026 ran 41% above the year-to-date monthly average of $70K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataWillow (osier) and a range of other plant-based plaiting materials — including raffia, rush, and similar natural fibers — fall under this residual heading when not classifiable as bamboo or rattan. The US schedule separates willow/osier (1401902000) from all other vegetable plaiting materials (1401904000). Madagascar leads US supply, reflecting its production of raffia palm fiber, a material widely used in craft, horticultural, and decorative applications. USDA APHIS phytosanitary certification is typically required for raw plant material, and importers should confirm current admissibility requirements for each specific plant genus at the time of shipment.
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12 shipments/mo
Willow classified under 1401902000 must be in a form primarily suited for plaiting — typically unpeeled, peeled, or split rods (withies) used in basketry and wickerwork. Willow that has been further processed into boards, veneer, or other manufactured forms classifies in Chapter 44. The commercial invoice should specify the form and intended use to support correct classification.
Yes. Raw raffia palm fiber is a plant product subject to USDA APHIS phytosanitary inspection at the port of entry. A phytosanitary certificate from Madagascar's national plant protection authority is generally required, certifying freedom from regulated pests. Importers should also confirm whether any APHIS permits are needed for the specific plant material prior to arranging shipment.
Subheading 3 of 3 in heading 1401
Subheading 140190 · $100K of $975K
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1401904000 | Vegetable Materials Used Primrly for Plaitng NESOI | $100K | 12.70% | 100.66% | $13K |
| 1401902000 | Willow (Osier) Used Primarily for Plaiting | $0 | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1401900000 | Vegetable Materials Primarily for Plaiting, NESOI | $60K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$100KYoY · Pro
Exports
$60KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
Madagascar and China together supply 74% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
3.9% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 12.70%.