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Bamboo Kabob Skewers from Japan

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.

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

Confirm natural bamboo without paint/coatings via material safety data sheets

Package in food-contact compliant materials to support classification intent

Document end-use as disposable food skewers to distinguish from reusable utensils