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Bamboo Wardrobe Closet Panels from Japan

Cellular bamboo panels assembled for use in building wardrobes, providing structural joinery for interior carpentry. Falls under HTS 4418.91.91 as other bamboo builders' joinery, distinct from windows, doors, or flooring. The cellular wood panel construction and bamboo source define its classification.

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

• Provide detailed blueprints showing joinery assembly to distinguish from furniture parts

• Include fumigation certificates as bamboo is prone to pest issues in customs exams

• Avoid over-packaging for retail sale to prevent reclassification as Chapter 94 articles