Ligneous Bamboo Fiberboard Insulation from Japan
Fiberboard produced from bamboo (ligneous material per Chapter 44 note), density 0.35-0.5 g/cm³ for thermal insulation applications. HTS 4411.94.00.40 includes bamboo-based products as 'other' low-density fiberboard. Sustainable alternative to wood particleboard.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Chapter 44 explicitly includes bamboo; declare as 'ligneous fiberboard' not bamboo plywood
• Sustainable sourcing certificates enhance marketability but don't affect HTS classification