Pre-Drilled Bamboo Ceiling Joist Studs from Japan
Bamboo studs pre-drilled for HVAC and lighting runs, notched for joist hangers in suspended ceiling systems. HTS 4418.91.10.00 applies as these are specialized drilled/notched lumber studs of bamboo for carpentry applications.
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
• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming binder content under 3% if any agglomeration used in bamboo processing
• Label packages with 'drilled/notched studs for framing' to prevent misclassification during inspection
• Comply with USDA APHIS requirements for bamboo imports to avoid quarantine holds