Bamboo Fruit Skewers from Japan
Short bamboo skewers for fruit platters and appetizers at parties. Similar to cocktail skewers, classified under HTS 4421.91.60.00 'skewers' of bamboo.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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