Bamboo Wooden Chopsticks Set from Mexico
A set of reusable chopsticks made from bamboo, a material of woody nature per Chapter 44 notes, used for eating Asian cuisine. Classified under HTS 4419.90.91.00 as wooden tableware for direct food contact during meals.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as 'food-safe' and test for compliance with FDA food contact standards
• Bundle in sets for retail packaging to maintain tableware classification
• Avoid metal ferrules or tips, as they could shift to Chapter 82 tool headings