The tariff classification of a plaited abaca placemat from the Philippines.

The tariff classification of raffia matting material from China

The tariff classification of a rice straw doormat from China

The tariff classification of a palm leaf placemat and a palm leaf trivet from Vietnam

The tariff classification of a hemp fiber rug from India

The tariff classification of baskets, mats and brooms from Venezuela; articles of vegetable plaiting materials. Dear Ms. Sherman: In your letter dated June 29, 1995, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You divided the merchandise in question into five categories, as described below: Category I includes several types of coiled baskets. Some of these, made by the Warao tribe, are identified as "platos,""paneras" and bowls. "Platos Planos," which range from about 4" to12" in diameter, can function as "hot plates." "Paneras," whichare round or oval and slightly bowl-shaped, sometimes have handlesand are made to serve bread; they usually range from 9" to 24" in length. The Waraos also make curved bowls, some of which areconstructed with integrally coiled bases fun