Bamboo Wood Inlaid Jewelry Casket from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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