Bamboo Particle Board 18mm Eco-Friendly from Japan
18mm particle board composed primarily of bamboo fibers and wood particles, bonded with soy-based resins. Per Chapter Note, bamboo qualifies as 'wood' under Chapter 44, thus HTS 4410.19.0060. Sustainable alternative for green building projects.
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
• Chapter Note 1 certification required proving bamboo as principal ligneous material
• LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) documentation supports green building credits
• Higher moisture resistance than standard wood particle board