Restaurant Bamboo Chopsticks from Japan
Heavy-duty bamboo chopsticks for commercial restaurant use, smooth polished finish. HTS 4419.12.00.00 covers bamboo chopsticks as kitchenware irrespective of commercial end-use. Durable construction maintains tableware classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• NSF certification recommended for foodservice equipment
• Declare intended commercial use to justify bulk quantities
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian bamboo products