U.S. exports of Vegetable Plaiting Materials (Other) (HS 140190) totaled $87K in August 2026, exported to 14 countries.
Last updated: August 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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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 1 of 3 in heading 1401
Subheading 140190 · $87K of $110K
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1401902000 | Willow (Osier) Used Primarily for Plaiting | — | -- | -- | -- |
| 1401904000 | Vegetable Materials Used Primrly for Plaitng NESOI | $3K | 13.20% | 100.00% | $335 |
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 | $87K |
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.
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Low of 10 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $586K of Vegetable Plaiting Materials (Other) and exported $1.2M.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Exports · August 2026
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Jamaica and Canada together take 100% of it.
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None recorded for this period.