Painted Bamboo Chopsticks
Reusable bamboo chopsticks with non-toxic food-safe paint for decorative patterns and color. They are classified under tariff item 4419.12.00 as bamboo tableware, where the wood remains the essential character despite minimal surface decoration. The paint does not remove them from Chapter 44.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the chopsticks are made of wood other than bamboo.
This tariff item covers wooden tableware and kitchenware made of wood other than bamboo.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the paint is food-safe and compliant with Canadian regulations for food contact materials
• Ensure the paint does not obscure the bamboo nature, as this could affect classification
• Keep safety data sheets for the paint in case of CBSA inspection
Related Products under Tariff item 4419.12.00
Bamboo Disposable Chopsticks
Single-use bamboo chopsticks made entirely from bamboo wood, designed for restaurant and takeout use. They are classified under tariff item 4419.12.00 as bamboo chopsticks, which are a type of wooden tableware and kitchenware. Bamboo is explicitly included in the scope of Chapter 44 as a woody material.
Child-Sized Bamboo Chopsticks
Smaller bamboo chopsticks designed for children, with blunt ends for safety. They are classified under tariff item 4419.12.00 as bamboo chopsticks, regardless of size or intended user. The woody nature of bamboo confirms inclusion in Chapter 44.
Designer Bamboo Chopsticks
High-end bamboo chopsticks with a minimalist modern design and ergonomic shaping. They are classified under tariff item 4419.12.00 as bamboo chopsticks, as design sophistication does not change their essential character as tableware. The premium styling does not exclude them from Chapter 44.
Eco-Friendly Bamboo Chopsticks
Sustainable bamboo chopsticks from fast-growing plantations, untreated for a natural finish. They are classified under tariff item 4419.12.00 as pure bamboo tableware and kitchenware. Chapter notes explicitly include bamboo as a qualifying woody material.
Engraved Bamboo Chopsticks Set
A pair of bamboo chopsticks with personalized laser engraving for names or patterns, sold as a matched tableware set. They are classified under tariff item 4419.12.00 as bamboo chopsticks, as engraving does not alter their essential character as kitchen utensils. The set remains within the scope of Chapter 44.
Restaurant Bamboo Chopsticks
Heavy-duty bamboo chopsticks for commercial restaurant use, with a smooth polished finish. They are classified under tariff item 4419.12.00 as bamboo chopsticks, irrespective of commercial end-use. Durable construction maintains their tableware character.