Wooden Ice Cream Sticks
Standard 4.5-inch flat wooden sticks used for ice cream pops and craft projects, explicitly listed under HTS 4421.99.60.00 as ice cream sticks, a type of small wood ware. Made from birch or poplar wood for smooth finish and food safety.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from compressed paper pulp
Paper-based sticks fall under Chapter 48 for cartons, boxes, and similar articles.
If matchsticks or specific utility matches
If chemically treated for ignition, they classify separately under 4421.99.70.
If packaged as craft supplies for toys
Toy sets with wooden sticks may fall under Chapter 95 for toys and games.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure FDA compliance for food-contact surfaces with proper sanitization documentation
• Avoid bundling with candy to prevent classification as confectionery sets
• Use accurate quantity declarations as they are often imported in high volumes
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