Sawn Bamboo Canes from Japan
Bamboo canes cut to length and sawn lengthwise for use in weaving mats and hats. Classified under HTS 1401.10.00.00 as sawn bamboos primarily for plaiting, explicitly included in heading 1401 notes.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'bamboos for plaiting' with dimensions to distinguish from lumber
• Obtain fumigation certificates if required for wooden-like plant imports