Bamboo Wood Mix Woven Screen from Japan
A decorative screen sheet interlaced from bamboo and wood strips, used for partitioning. It qualifies under HTS 4601.94.20.00 as plaits of wood (with incidental bamboo), bound in sheet form per chapter definitions. Primarily wood-derived plaiting materials determine classification.
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
• Conduct material composition tests; over 50% non-wood may reclassify to other vegetable materials
• Avoid marketing as 'furniture' to prevent shift to Chapter 94 exclusions
• Use phytosanitary certificates for wood/bamboo to clear customs inspections