Bamboo Spring Clothespins from Japan
Traditional spring-type clothespins made entirely from bamboo, featuring a metal spring for gripping laundry. These fall under HTS 4421.91.80 as other articles of bamboo specifically classified as spring-type clothespins. They are designed for household clothes drying and line use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify bamboo origin certification to confirm classification under bamboo subheading; ensure metal spring content is minimal as wood articles
• Check for any prohibited treatments like chemical preservatives banned in certain markets
• Label as 'bamboo' accurately to avoid reclassification