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Bamboo Cheese Toothpicks from Japan

Short bamboo picks with flared ends for stable cheese cube threading. Toothpick classification under bamboo small wares HTS 4421.91.60.00.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Starch content analysis confirms pure bamboo

• Point sharpness specifications avoid injury claims

• Portion control pack sizing aids inventory