Bamboo Fruit Skewers
Short bamboo skewers for fruit platters and appetizers at parties. Similar to cocktail skewers, classified under HTS 4421.91.60.00 'skewers' of bamboo.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If with metal food-piercing tips
Metal-reinforced skewers classify as household piercing tools.
If part of decorative serving sets
Coordinated with plates/boards becomes tableware ensemble.
If twisted from bamboo splints
Plaited bamboo constructions go to Chapter 46 basketware.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use moisture content tests showing kiln-dried processing for stability
• Avoid sharpened ends that resemble weapons (rare CBP issue)
• Bulk import declarations should specify food contact compliance
Related Products under HTS 4421.91.60.00
Bamboo Cocktail Skewers
Thin bamboo skewers used for threading cocktail garnishes like olives or fruit in drinks. Classified under HTS 4421.91.60.00 as 'similar small wares' of bamboo, matching the category for toothpicks, skewers, and drink mixers due to their small size and food service function.
Bamboo Ice Cream Sticks
Flat bamboo sticks designed for ice cream and popsicle handles, typically 4 inches long and 1/8 inch thick. Falls under HTS 4421.91.60.00 explicitly as 'ice cream sticks' made of bamboo, a woody material per chapter notes.
Bamboo Toothpicks
Flattened or round bamboo toothpicks, approximately 2.75 inches long, used for oral hygiene or food picking. Directly covered by HTS 4421.91.60.00 as 'toothpicks' of bamboo, qualifying as other small wares of woody material.
Bamboo Kabob Skewers
Longer bamboo skewers (6-12 inches) specifically for grilling meat and vegetable kabobs. HTS 4421.91.60.00 includes 'skewers' of bamboo as similar small wares for food preparation.
Bamboo Tongue Depressors
Flat, smooth bamboo sticks (6 inches long) used by medical professionals for patient examinations. Explicitly listed under HTS 4421.91.60.00 as 'tongue depressors' made from bamboo.
Bamboo Drink Stirrers
Short, paddle-shaped bamboo sticks for mixing beverages in bars and cafes. Qualifies under HTS 4421.91.60.00 as 'drink mixers and similar small wares' of bamboo.