Bamboo Fiberboard Insulation Board from China
Low-density fiberboard produced from bamboo fibers (a woody material per Chapter 44 note), density ≤0.5 g/cm³, bonded with minimal resins. Falls under HTS 4411.94.0080 as 'other' low-density fiberboard. Ideal for acoustic and thermal insulation in walls and ceilings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis proving bamboo qualifies as 'ligneous material' per Chapter 44 notes
• Label clearly as low-density to avoid confusion with bamboo plywood (4412) or higher density boards
• Comply with USDA APHIS requirements if treated for pests, common for bamboo imports