Designer Bamboo Chopsticks from Japan
High-end bamboo chopsticks with minimalist modern design and ergonomic shaping. Remains HTS 4419.12.00.00 as bamboo chopsticks despite premium styling. Design sophistication doesn't change essential tableware character.
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
• Appraisement based on design royalties requires transaction value docs
• Branding must not imply different material composition
• Higher unit values trigger enhanced CBP examination