Split Bamboo Poles from Japan
Bamboo poles that have been split lengthwise into thinner strips, primarily used for plaiting in basketry and furniture making. They fall under HTS 1401.10.00.00 as processed bamboos intended for plaiting applications, per Chapter 14 notes covering split bamboos.
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
• Verify processing (e.g
• splitting) aligns with plaiting use; provide supplier certificates confirming bamboo origin to avoid reclassification
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates for plant material compliance with USDA APHIS regulations