Chapter 46 covers plaiting materials and articles such as baskets, including articles made directly from plaiting materials, articles made from plaiting materials, and wickerwork. The plaiting materials in this chapter are broad, including straw, reeds, bamboo, rattan, willow, wood strips, plastic strips, etc. The chapter is divided into two headings: 4601 for plaits, plait articles, etc., made of plaiting materials; 4602 for other articles made directly from plaiting materials, such as baskets, furniture, etc. This chapter does not include paper plaiting articles (classified under Chapter 48) or textile material plaiting articles (classified under Chapter 63). Heading 4602 covers articles made directly from plaiting materials, including baskets, wickerwork, furniture, etc. Specifically, it includes baskets, panniers, furniture, and other articles made directly from plaiting materials such as reeds, bamboo, rattan, willow, etc. However, it does not include plaits or plait articles made from plaiting materials (classified under 4601), nor does it include paper plaiting articles (Chapter 48) or textile material plaiting articles (Chapter 63). The subheadings under this heading are further subdivided by material, such as 4602.11 for bamboo, 4602.12 for rattan, 4602.13 for reeds, etc. The first 2 digits "46" represent Chapter 46: plaiting materials and articles such as baskets. The 3rd-4th digits "02" represent heading 4602: other articles made directly from plaiting materials. The 5th-6th digits "13" represent subheading 4602.13: plaiting articles of reeds. Specifically, 4602.13 is further subdivided into baskets, furniture, and other articles of reeds. It should be noted that reed plaiting articles must be made directly by plaiting reeds, rather than by plaiting plaits made from reeds (the latter is classified under 4601). In addition, if reeds are mixed with other materials, classification should be determined based on the predominant material or essential character. The product is a reed plaiting article, which belongs to articles made directly from plaiting materials, meeting the description of heading 4602. Since the material is reed, it is classified under subheading 4602.13. If it were plaits or plait articles of reeds, it should be classified under 4601; if it were paper plaiting articles, it would be classified under Chapter 48; if it were textile material plaiting articles, it would be classified under Chapter 63. Therefore, based on material, processing method, and use, it is determined to be classified under 4602.13.
Chapter
Chapter 46 covers plaiting materials and articles such as baskets, including articles made directly from plaiting materials, articles made from plaiting materials, and wickerwork. The plaiting materials in this chapter are broad, including straw, reeds, bamboo, rattan, willow, wood strips, plastic strips, etc. The chapter is divided into two headings: 4601 for plaits, plait articles, etc., made of plaiting materials; 4602 for other articles made directly from plaiting materials, such as baskets, furniture, etc. This chapter does not include paper plaiting articles (classified under Chapter 48) or textile material plaiting articles (classified under Chapter 63).
Heading
Heading 4602 covers articles made directly from plaiting materials, including baskets, wickerwork, furniture, etc. Specifically, it includes baskets, panniers, furniture, and other articles made directly from plaiting materials such as reeds, bamboo, rattan, willow, etc. However, it does not include plaits or plait articles made from plaiting materials (classified under 4601), nor does it include paper plaiting articles (Chapter 48) or textile material plaiting articles (Chapter 63). The subheadings under this heading are further subdivided by material, such as 4602.11 for bamboo, 4602.12 for rattan, 4602.13 for reeds, etc.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits "46" represent Chapter 46: plaiting materials and articles such as baskets. The 3rd-4th digits "02" represent heading 4602: other articles made directly from plaiting materials. The 5th-6th digits "13" represent subheading 4602.13: plaiting articles of reeds. Specifically, 4602.13 is further subdivided into baskets, furniture, and other articles of reeds. It should be noted that reed plaiting articles must be made directly by plaiting reeds, rather than by plaiting plaits made from reeds (the latter is classified under 4601). In addition, if reeds are mixed with other materials, classification should be determined based on the predominant material or essential character.
Classification Basis
The product is a reed plaiting article, which belongs to articles made directly from plaiting materials, meeting the description of heading 4602. Since the material is reed, it is classified under subheading 4602.13. If it were plaits or plait articles of reeds, it should be classified under 4601; if it were paper plaiting articles, it would be classified under Chapter 48; if it were textile material plaiting articles, it would be classified under Chapter 63. Therefore, based on material, processing method, and use, it is determined to be classified under 4602.13.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "reed plaiting baskets", "reed plaiting furniture", etc., must be consistent with the actual product. Material: Detailed description of the plaiting material, such as "reed"; if mixed materials, indicate each component and proportion, such as "reed 70%, cotton thread 30%". Processing Method: Describe the plaiting method, such as "hand plaited", "machine plaited", and whether it has been dyed, painted, or otherwise treated. Use: Explain the final use of the commodity, such as "home storage", "decoration", "furniture", etc., which affects subheading determination. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, declare "none". Specifications and Model: Declare the dimensions, weight, model, etc. of the commodity, such as "diameter 30cm, height 20cm". Packaging Method: Explain the packaging form of the commodity, such as "carton packing, 10 pieces per carton". Product Name: Reed plaiting baskets; Material: 100% reed; Processing Method: Hand plaited, undyed; Use: Home storage; Brand: None; Specifications and Model: Diameter 30cm, height 20cm; Packaging Method: Carton packing, 10 pieces per carton. Mistakenly classifying reed plaiting articles under 4601 (plaits and plait articles), ignoring the difference between "directly plaited" and "first making plaits then plaiting". Failing to distinguish reed from other materials (such as bamboo, rattan) in plaiting articles, leading to incorrect subheadings. Ignoring the processing method, mistakenly reporting plaiting articles as textile products (Chapter 63) or paper products (Chapter 48).
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "reed plaiting baskets", "reed plaiting furniture", etc., must be consistent with the actual product.
⚠️ Incorrectly declared as "reed products" or "straw articles", without specifying the "plaiting" process.
Material
Detailed description of the plaiting material, such as "reed"; if mixed materials, indicate each component and proportion, such as "reed 70%, cotton thread 30%".
⚠️ Only declaring "plant material" without specifying reed, leading to classification disputes.
Processing Method
Describe the plaiting method, such as "hand plaited", "machine plaited", and whether it has been dyed, painted, or otherwise treated.
⚠️ Not specifying "plaiting" and mistakenly reporting as "weaving", which may confuse with textile products.
Use
Explain the final use of the commodity, such as "home storage", "decoration", "furniture", etc., which affects subheading determination.
⚠️ Use description is too broad, such as "daily use", which cannot assist classification.
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, declare "none".
⚠️ Omitting the brand or incorrectly declaring "no brand" when there is actually a trademark.
Specifications and Model
Declare the dimensions, weight, model, etc. of the commodity, such as "diameter 30cm, height 20cm".
Explain the packaging form of the commodity, such as "carton packing, 10 pieces per carton".
⚠️ Confusing packaging method with the commodity, such as reporting retail packaging as transport packaging.
Example： Product Name: Reed plaiting baskets; Material: 100% reed; Processing Method: Hand plaited, undyed; Use: Home storage; Brand: None; Specifications and Model: Diameter 30cm, height 20cm; Packaging Method: Carton packing, 10 pieces per carton.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying reed plaiting articles under 4601 (plaits and plait articles), ignoring the difference between "directly plaited" and "first making plaits then plaiting".
Failing to distinguish reed from other materials (such as bamboo, rattan) in plaiting articles, leading to incorrect subheadings.
Ignoring the processing method, mistakenly reporting plaiting articles as textile products (Chapter 63) or paper products (Chapter 48).
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is Chapter 46 of the Import and Export Tariff and its subheading notes. First, confirm whether the commodity is an article made directly from plaiting materials; if so, classify under 4602; if it is plaits or plait articles, classify under 4601. Second, determine the subheading based on the plaiting material: reed is classified under 4602.13. If the commodity is plaited from a mixture of multiple materials, classify according to the predominant material or essential character. In addition, attention should be paid to excluding Chapter 48 (paper plaiting articles) and Chapter 63 (textile material plaiting articles). 4601 Plaits and plait articles of plaiting materials: 4601 covers plaits, plait articles made from plaiting materials, and articles plaited from plaits; while 4602 covers articles made directly from plaiting materials, without going through the plait stage. 4602.11 Bamboo plaiting articles: 4602.11 is bamboo plaiting articles, which differ in material from reed plaiting articles; accurate distinction between bamboo and reed is required for classification. 4602.12 Rattan plaiting articles: 4602.12 is rattan plaiting articles; rattan and reed may appear similar, but the materials are different and should be judged based on material source. 4823 Paper plaiting articles: Paper plaiting articles are classified under Chapter 48, not Chapter 46. If reed plaiting articles are paperized or combined with paper, classification should be based on essential character. 6307 Textile material plaiting articles: Textile material plaiting articles are classified under Chapter 63, such as articles plaited from cotton thread, hemp rope, etc., which differ in material from reed plaiting articles. Is the commodity made directly by plaiting plaiting materials? Is the plaiting material reed? Has it gone through the plait stage? Is it mixed with other materials? What is the predominant material? Does it fall within the scope of Chapter 48 or Chapter 63?
Basis
The core basis for classification is Chapter 46 of the Import and Export Tariff and its subheading notes. First, confirm whether the commodity is an article made directly from plaiting materials; if so, classify under 4602; if it is plaits or plait articles, classify under 4601. Second, determine the subheading based on the plaiting material: reed is classified under 4602.13. If the commodity is plaited from a mixture of multiple materials, classify according to the predominant material or essential character. In addition, attention should be paid to excluding Chapter 48 (paper plaiting articles) and Chapter 63 (textile material plaiting articles).
Confused Codes：
4601 - Plaits and plait articles of plaiting materials
4601 covers plaits, plait articles made from plaiting materials, and articles plaited from plaits; while 4602 covers articles made directly from plaiting materials, without going through the plait stage.
4602.11 - Bamboo plaiting articles
4602.11 is bamboo plaiting articles, which differ in material from reed plaiting articles; accurate distinction between bamboo and reed is required for classification.
4602.12 - Rattan plaiting articles
4602.12 is rattan plaiting articles; rattan and reed may appear similar, but the materials are different and should be judged based on material source.
4823 - Paper plaiting articles
Paper plaiting articles are classified under Chapter 48, not Chapter 46. If reed plaiting articles are paperized or combined with paper, classification should be based on essential character.
6307 - Textile material plaiting articles
Textile material plaiting articles are classified under Chapter 63, such as articles plaited from cotton thread, hemp rope, etc., which differ in material from reed plaiting articles.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the commodity made directly by plaiting plaiting materials?
✓ Is the plaiting material reed?
✓ Has it gone through the plait stage?
✓ Is it mixed with other materials? What is the predominant material?
✓ Does it fall within the scope of Chapter 48 or Chapter 63?
❓ FAQ
How to inquire about the tariff rate for 460213? It can be inquired through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tariff rates may vary due to trade agreements, origin, etc.; it is recommended to refer to the latest tariff. What is the difference in classification between reed plaiting articles and bamboo plaiting articles? Both are classified under 4602, but under different subheadings: reed is 4602.13, bamboo is 4602.11. Accurate distinction of materials is required for classification; if mixed, classify according to the predominant material. If reed plaiting articles are painted, does it affect classification? Generally, it does not affect classification and remains under 4602.13. However, if after painting it has characteristics of other materials, it may need to be classified under other codes; it is recommended to provide detailed processing techniques. How to distinguish reed plaiting articles from reed plait articles? Plait articles are made by first making plaits from reeds, then plaiting or sewing the plaits; while plaiting articles are directly plaited from reeds. The former is classified under 4601, the latter under 4602. What should be noted when declaring reed plaiting articles for cross-border e-commerce sales? Accurately declare product name, material, processing method, use, and other elements to avoid customs clearance delays due to classification errors. Also pay attention to rules of origin and trade control requirements. Do goods under 460213 involve export tax rebates? Export tax rebate rates need to be inquired according to the latest policies; usually plaiting articles may have rebates, but the specific rate is subject to the announcement of the State Administration of Taxation. If reed plaiting articles contain a small amount of plastic decoration, how to classify? If the plastic is only for decoration and does not change the essential character, it remains under 4602.13; if the plastic constitutes the essential character, it may be classified under Chapter 39. It is recommended to judge based on the predominant material. What is the difference between HS code 460213 and 460219? 4602.13 is reed plaiting articles, 4602.19 is plaiting articles of other plaiting materials. If the material is clearly reed, it should be classified under 4602.13; otherwise under 4602.19.
Q: How to inquire about the tariff rate for 460213?
A: It can be inquired through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tariff rates may vary due to trade agreements, origin, etc.; it is recommended to refer to the latest tariff.
Q: What is the difference in classification between reed plaiting articles and bamboo plaiting articles?
A: Both are classified under 4602, but under different subheadings: reed is 4602.13, bamboo is 4602.11. Accurate distinction of materials is required for classification; if mixed, classify according to the predominant material.
Q: If reed plaiting articles are painted, does it affect classification?
A: Generally, it does not affect classification and remains under 4602.13. However, if after painting it has characteristics of other materials, it may need to be classified under other codes; it is recommended to provide detailed processing techniques.
Q: How to distinguish reed plaiting articles from reed plait articles?
A: Plait articles are made by first making plaits from reeds, then plaiting or sewing the plaits; while plaiting articles are directly plaited from reeds. The former is classified under 4601, the latter under 4602.
Q: What should be noted when declaring reed plaiting articles for cross-border e-commerce sales?
A: Accurately declare product name, material, processing method, use, and other elements to avoid customs clearance delays due to classification errors. Also pay attention to rules of origin and trade control requirements.
Q: Do goods under 460213 involve export tax rebates?
A: Export tax rebate rates need to be inquired according to the latest policies; usually plaiting articles may have rebates, but the specific rate is subject to the announcement of the State Administration of Taxation.
Q: If reed plaiting articles contain a small amount of plastic decoration, how to classify?
A: If the plastic is only for decoration and does not change the essential character, it remains under 4602.13; if the plastic constitutes the essential character, it may be classified under Chapter 39. It is recommended to judge based on the predominant material.
Q: What is the difference between HS code 460213 and 460219?
A: 4602.13 is reed plaiting articles, 4602.19 is plaiting articles of other plaiting materials. If the material is clearly reed, it should be classified under 4602.13; otherwise under 4602.19.
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