Bamboo Plait Strips for Mat Frames from Japan
Plaited bamboo splits assembled into flexible strips for bordering floor mats or screens. Falls under 4601.99.05.00 as other plaits not woven into sheets. Used in home decor and flooring industries.
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
• Include ISPM-15 heat treatment certs for bamboo to meet international wood packaging standards
• Declare strip width and assembly method to distinguish from woven sheets