Bamboo Woven Cigar Box from Japan
> A handwoven bamboo cigar box with a hinged lid and cedar liner, designed for storing cigars. Bamboo is treated as wood under Chapter 44 Note 6, and the box is a similar article to a casket or case for cigars, falling under tariff item 4420.90.00 as "Other" in the subheading for wood marquetry and inlaid wood, caskets and cases, and similar articles of wood.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
7%
Import Tips
• > Ensure the bamboo is not in the rough or split for plaiting, which would fall under heading 14.01
• Declare the cedar liner separately if it is a distinct article
• Keep records of the wood species and construction to support the classification