Bamboo Wood Inlaid Jewelry Casket from Germany

A jewelry casket combining bamboo and wood with mother-of-pearl inlays, per Chapter 44 note on woody materials. HTS 4420.90.8000 covers such wooden cases for jewelry with decorative inlays. Lightweight and sustainable alternative to tropical hardwoods.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

13.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Chapter 44 note allows bamboo classification; specify 'woody material' in invoices

Test for binder content if agglomerated to avoid fuel pellet confusion

IPPC stamp required for bamboo phytosanitary compliance