Eco-Friendly Bamboo Laundry Pins from Germany
Durable spring-loaded clothespins crafted from sustainable bamboo for clothesline use. HTS 4421.91.80.30 applies due to bamboo material, spring-type design, and valuation between $1.35-$1.70/gross. Bamboo qualifies as 'wood' per Chapter 44 notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain sustainability certifications for bamboo sourcing to support eco-claims and expedite FDA/ customs review if marketed as green
• Test spring tension and durability pre-shipment to prevent returns; document meets US safety standards
• Declare precise gross weight and value; CBP often audits value bands for these low-cost items