Bamboo Edge-Glued Shelving Planks from China
Wide planks made from edge-glued bamboo strips, primarily used for constructing bookshelves and storage units. Classified as edge-glued lumber of bamboo under HTS 4421.91.94.00, these are semi-finished wood articles not yet assembled into furniture. The edge-gluing ensures warp resistance for load-bearing applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare exact dimensions to confirm classification separate from plywood in Chapter 44 headings 4412
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates if sourced from regions with quarantine pests
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as furniture parts under 9403 if unassembled