Bamboo Pencil Slats from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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