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Bamboo Dinner Forks from Germany

Standard-sized bamboo dinner forks used for main course meals in casual dining. Classified under HTS 4419.19.10.00 as bamboo forks intended for tableware and kitchen use.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label as 'bamboo tableware' clearly; mislabeling as generic wood risks inspection delays

• Ensure smooth, food-safe finish to meet FDA import standards for direct food contact

• Avoid sets with spoons unless separately classified to prevent 'other' subheading shift