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Heavy-Duty Bamboo Clothespins for Commercial Laundry from Japan

Larger-sized bamboo clothespins reinforced for heavy fabrics in commercial laundries, still meeting bamboo wood definition. Falls under HTS 4421.91.8500 as other clothespins of bamboo, accommodating end-use variations. Durable for high-volume clothesline operations.

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

Classify based on material not end-use; provide laundry specs if challenged

Bulk imports need proper palletizing to avoid damage claims

Comply with Lacey Act for bamboo sourcing declarations