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Canned Bamboo Shoots from Japan

Sliced bamboo shoots preserved in water, suitable for Asian cuisine stir-fries. This fits HTS 2005.99.97.00 for other non-vinegar preserved vegetables, not homogenized or from heading 2006.

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

• Declare botanical name if disputed, as bamboo shoots are classified as vegetables

• Avoid bulk imports without retail packaging to prevent part classification

• Monitor for added sugars exceeding Brix limits that could shift to other subheadings