Bamboo Funeral Coffin from Germany
A traditional rectangular bamboo coffin designed for adult burial ceremonies, constructed entirely from woven or laminated bamboo strips. It falls under HTS 4421.20.10.00 as a coffin made exclusively of bamboo, classified as other articles of wood per chapter notes that include bamboo.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify bamboo origin certification to comply with CITES if applicable and ensure material purity for HTS classification
• Provide detailed construction specs showing no non-wood components exceeding allowed limits to avoid reclassification