Biodegradable Bamboo Laundry Pegs from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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