Bamboo Carbonized Multilayer Flooring Panels from China
Dark caramel-colored flooring achieved through steam carbonization of bamboo wear layer over multilayer core. Falls under HTS 4418.73.70.00 as 'other' assembled bamboo top layer flooring. Carbonization alters bamboo color without dyes for natural appearance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include carbonization process specs (temperature/time) and color fastness testing
• Verify no chemical colorants used that would affect wood content calculations
• Document pre- and post-carbonization dimensions for stability verification