Bamboo Cellular Structural Panels from Japan
Panels utilizing bamboo (considered woody material per Chapter 44 note) in cellular honeycomb form for sustainable construction and furniture cores. Classified under HTS 4418.92.00.00 as cellular wood panels including bamboo-derived products.
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
• Explicitly declare 'bamboo as wood equivalent' citing Chapter 44 note 1 to prevent Chapter 14 misclassification
• Source certification crucial - ensure <3% binders if agglomerated like wood pellets/briquettes