Bamboo Fiber Disposable Plate from China
A round disposable plate made from molded bamboo paper pulp, cut to a standard 10-inch diameter shape for serving food. It falls under HTS 4823.61.00.40 as an 'other' article of bamboo paper pulp formed into plates, distinct from cups or trays. The bamboo fibers are processed into paperboard and shaped for single-use dining.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify bamboo fiber content exceeds 50% for accurate classification; obtain supplier certifications for pulp composition
• Ensure FDA compliance for food contact with migration testing reports
• Avoid misclassification as plastic-coated by confirming uncoated paper pulp base