Bamboo Kitchen Utensil Set from Japan
A set including bamboo spatulas, spoons, and tongs designed for cooking use. Classified under HTS 4421.91.98 as other articles of bamboo, not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the tariff schedule, falling into the 'other' category for bamboo products. These utensils are finished household items made entirely from bamboo.
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
• Verify bamboo origin certification to avoid misclassification as generic wood; ensure no metal components to stay in pure bamboo heading; label as 'bamboo' for accurate fiber content declaration