Bamboo Louvered Window Shutter from Japan
Traditional bamboo window shutter with a rectangular wooden frame containing fixed horizontal slats for ventilation and light control. Classified under HTS 4421.91.30.00 due to its bamboo construction and central louver board configuration, including hinges as hardware. Commonly used in tropical architecture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20.7%
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
• Provide engineering drawings showing frame and slat dimensions to confirm compliance with 'fixed louver boards' definition
• Label products clearly as 'bamboo wood shutters' to support Chapter 44 classification over textile or metal alternatives
• Avoid importing with fabric inserts as they may trigger reclassification to Chapter 63 textile articles