Bamboo Veneer Sheets
Bamboo veneer sheets, sliced to a thickness not exceeding 6 mm, planed and suitable for veneering flooring and wall panels. Under Chapter 44 Note 6, bamboo is treated as wood for classification purposes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the bamboo is in plaited or woven form
Plaited or woven bamboo products fall under Chapter 46.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the bamboo sheets are sliced, not woven or plaited, to avoid classification under Chapter 46
• Confirm the thickness is 6 mm or less
• Include the botanical name (e.g
• Bambusa spp.) in the import documentation
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