HS Code 140190
Other Vegetable Plaiting Materials
HS code 140190 covers miscellaneous vegetable materials like raffia, willow, and reeds used for plaiting and weaving, excluding bamboo and rattan.
6-digit Section IIFCL
HS Code 140190 — Other Vegetable Plaiting Materials
This code covers miscellaneous vegetable materials used for weaving or basketry that are not bamboo or rattan. This includes osier (willow), reeds, rushes, raffia, and lime bark.
What's included
- Raffia
- Willow (osier)
- Reed and rushes
- Cereal straw (cleaned/bleached/dyed)
- Lime bark
What's excluded
- Unprocessed cereal straw → use
121300(Classified as fodder or raw agricultural waste.) - Cotton → use
520100(Classified as a textile fiber.)
Common examples
- Dried raffia for craft use
- Willow sticks for basket weaving
- Bulrush for chair seating
- Bleached cereal straw for hats
Frequently asked questions
Can I import raffia under this code?
Yes, raffia is one of the primary products covered here, provided it is not yet woven into a finished product.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Phytosanitary inspection is critical for all natural plant materials.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Madagascar, China, Poland
- Top importers: France, United States, Netherlands
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Key takeaway
Covers diverse natural weaving fibers, with Madagascar being a key origin for raffia.
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