Cleaned Bamboo Shoots for Plaiting from Japan
Young bamboo shoots cleaned and prepared for splitting into plaiting fibers. Classifies under HTS 1401.10.00.00 as bamboos primarily for plaiting manufacture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include processing details to affirm plaiting intent
• Fresh material needs cold chain logistics for APHIS
• Avoid food-grade labeling to prevent Chapter 7 confusion