Carbonized Unidirectional Bamboo Multilayer Floorboards from Japan
Assembled flooring panels with carbonized (darkened) unidirectional bamboo top wear layer over multilayer substrate, enhancing color stability and hardness. Precisely matches HTS 4418.73.60.00 for non-cork multilayer unidirectional bamboo flooring. Popular for rustic and contemporary interiors.
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
• Document carbonization process doesn't alter unidirectional fiber structure; CBP may request manufacturing flowcharts
• Measure thickness ratios between wear layer and substrate layers to confirm multilayer classification requirements
• Include country-of-origin affidavits tracing bamboo source; illegal logging concerns trigger enhanced scrutiny