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Bamboo Pencil Slats from Canada

Sustainable bamboo slats grooved for eco-friendly pencil production, specifically classified under the bamboo subheading of HTS 4421.91.98.20. Bamboo's rapid renewability makes these popular for green stationery manufacturing.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Bamboo origin verification required as chapter notes include bamboo as wood equivalent

• Sustainable forestry certifications enhance marketability and may qualify for duty relief

• Dimensional tolerances must match ±0.1mm for proper pencil assembly acceptance