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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of rattans (SITC 29232) totaled $157K in April 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Importers of Rattans paid $19K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $157K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRattan — the climbing palm harvested primarily in Southeast Asian tropical forests — is a primary raw material for the furniture and basketry industries, prized for its flexibility and strength relative to weight. Like bamboo, rattan imports are subject to USDA APHIS phytosanitary oversight, and exporting countries typically issue phytosanitary certificates to accompany shipments. Sustainability concerns have led several major producing nations to restrict or ban exports of raw rattan poles in favor of value-added products, which can affect supply availability and pricing for US importers sourcing crude material. Distinguishing raw rattan poles from semi-processed or finished rattan furniture components is essential for correct tariff classification.
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Several major rattan-producing countries have imposed export restrictions or bans on unprocessed rattan poles to encourage domestic value-added manufacturing. For US importers, this can reduce the availability of crude rattan under this heading and shift sourcing toward semi-processed or finished rattan goods classified under furniture or basketry headings.
Rattan is a solid-stemmed climbing palm, while bamboo is a hollow-stemmed grass — a botanical distinction that customs authorities use to separate the two headings. Importers may be asked to provide species identification or botanical documentation when the physical appearance of a shipment could cause confusion between the two materials.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $153K | -- | -$153K |
| DOMINICA | -- | $8K | +$8K |
| CANADA | -- | $7K | +$7K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $4K | -- | -$4K |
| SINGAPORE | -- | -- | -- |