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Frilled Bamboo Toothpicks

Bamboo toothpicks with decorative frilled ends for food service use. The bamboo material and toothpick function place them squarely in HTS 4421.91.5000 as bamboo small wares.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4421.91.60.00Higher: 25.1% vs 12.5%

If including candy coating

Candy sticks of bamboo go to 4421.91.60 while plain toothpicks stay in 4421.91.50.

4823.70.00Higher: 37.5% vs 12.5%

If molded paper pulp construction

Paper or paperboard versions classify under Chapter 48, not wood Chapter 44.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include detailed product specs showing frill attachment method to prevent misclassification as assembled goods

โ€ข Check for colorant additives that could trigger food contact safety documentation

โ€ข Use ISF filing 24 hours prior for bulk restaurant shipments to avoid delays