Teak Wooden Toothpicks from Japan
Premium teak wood toothpicks valued for durability and natural oils. HTS 4421.99.5000 includes all wood toothpicks, with teak qualifying per chapter notes on woody materials. Used in luxury hospitality.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Check CITES Appendix if teak from restricted regions; provide export permits
• Natural oils require safety data sheets for food contact compliance
• Avoid declaring as skewers if length < typical toothpick size