Biodegradable Bamboo Laundry Pegs

Springless bamboo pegs designed for clipping laundry, fully biodegradable and marketed as plastic alternatives. Classified in HTS 4421.91.8500 for other bamboo clothespins per Chapter 44 woody materials note. Supports green consumer trends.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3923.10.90Higher: 38% vs 14.8%

If plastic-impregnated during processing

Chemical treatment incorporates plastics, changing material composition

4420.90.80Higher: 38.2% vs 14.8%

If imported as wooden statuettes/pegs

Marketing as decorative vs functional affects 'articles of wood' placement

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Import Tips & Compliance

Substantiate biodegradability claims with lab tests for customs verification

Avoid overpacking to minimize carbon footprint claims scrutiny

Declare exact bamboo species if required by APHIS

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