Bamboo Edge-Glued Beam Blanks from Japan
Structural beam blanks formed by edge-gluing multiple bamboo lamellas for use in laminated timber construction. Classified under HTS 4421.91.94.00 as bamboo edge-glued lumber, these provide high strength-to-weight ratio. Suitable for exposed architectural beams in eco-buildings.
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
• Provide engineering specs and span tables for structural claims
• Comply with International Building Code recognition for bamboo lumber
• Separate from glulam in 4412 by limiting to edge-gluing without multiple lamination