4601.22 - Of rattan:

This HTS category, 4601.22, specifically classifies mats, matting, and screens manufactured from rattan. These items are constructed using plaiting materials derived from rattan, which can be in the form of plaits, woven sheets, or other configurations. The defining characteristic is the primary use of rattan as the constituent plaiting material.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. HTS 4601.21 covers similar articles made from bamboo, another plaiting material but distinct from rattan. HTS 4601.29 encompasses all other mats, matting, and screens made from vegetable materials not specifically classified under rattan or bamboo. Therefore, the exclusive use of rattan is the key differentiator for 4601.22.

Within this category, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification based on construction. Subcategory 4601.22.40.00, for instance, addresses articles that are woven or are in a partly assembled state. Other subcategories, under the "Other" designation, would likely encompass rattan mats, matting, and screens that do not fit the specific "woven or partly assembled" criteria, allowing for a more granular classification based on their specific manufacturing process or assembly.