Cleaned Bamboo Shoots for Plaiting from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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