Bamboo Paperboard Dinner Dish from Japan
Oval dinner dish of pressed bamboo paper pulp, shaped and cut for home or restaurant use, approximately 11 inches long. Meets HTS 4823.61.00.40 as bamboo 'other' plates or dishes, excluding basic cups. Provides biodegradable alternative to foam or plastic dishware.
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 FSC or PEFC certification for sustainable bamboo sourcing to expedite review
• Test for PFAS-free status amid food safety regulations
• Differentiate from coated products via cross-section fiber analysis