Flavored Bamboo Toothpicks from Mexico
Bamboo toothpicks infused with mint flavoring for fresh breath. Remains HTS 4421.91.5000 as the wood/bamboo substrate defines classification over minor flavor addition.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• File FDA Prior Notice for flavored variants due to food contact implications
• Disclose binder/essential oil content (<3% per subheading notes) to avoid briquette rules
• Test for flavor migration that could require food additive registration