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
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 44 explicitly includes bamboo; declare as 'ligneous fiberboard' not bamboo plywood
• Sustainable sourcing certificates enhance marketability but don't affect HTS classification