Wooden Bamboo Salad Forks
A pair of serving forks made from solid bamboo wood, designed for tossing and serving salads in kitchen settings. Classified under HTS 4419.90.11.00 as wooden tableware specifically in the form of forks. Bamboo qualifies as 'wood' per Chapter 44 notes for woody materials used in kitchenware.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 5.3% | +12.5% | 17.8% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in the form of spatulas or ladles
Other wooden kitchenware shapes beyond forks/spoons fall under the residual subheading in 4419.90.
If considered wooden household utensils not specifically tableware
Handles or generic utensils may shift to other wood articles if not clearly forks/spoons for dining.
If with metal tines or blades
Spoons/forks with working parts of base metal (e.g., stainless steel) are classified in Chapter 82 as metal tableware.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Verify bamboo is declared as wood per Chapter 44 note 1; provide species certification if mixed woods
โข Ensure no metal components to avoid Chapter 82 reclassification
โข Label as food-safe with proper finishing documentation
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