Grooved Bamboo Furniture Dowel Rods from Japan
Precision-cut bamboo dowel rods featuring spiral grooves for superior glue bonding in chair and table assembly. Classified under HTS 4421.91.20.00 due to bamboo material and advanced grooving process beyond basic shaping. Ideal for high-end sustainable furniture manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include technical specs showing groove dimensions to prove advancement beyond basic turning
• Bamboo requires phytosanitary certificates; ensure compliance to avoid quarantine holds
• Watch for minimum diameter requirements that could shift classification to wood pellets if undersized