Wooden Ice Cream Sticks from Japan
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.
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
• 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