Expandable Bamboo Pet Gate from China
An accordion-style bamboo gate for containing pets in specific home areas, expandable from 24 to 70 inches wide. Classified under HTS 4421.91.98.70 for bamboo gates used to confine pets, it uses pressure mounting without drilling. Natural bamboo finish resists pet chewing better than plastic alternatives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
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
• Label clearly as 'pet gate' to distinguish from child safety products requiring stricter CPSC oversight
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming binder content under 3% if agglomerated bamboo per Chapter 44 subheading notes
• Check for FSC certification; U.S
• Lacey Act requires declaration of bamboo plant species and origin