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Bamboo Fiber Soup Bowls

Molded bowl-shaped dishes from bamboo paper pulp, capacity 12 oz with fluted edges for soup or cereal. HTS 4823.61.00 applies to these bamboo-derived dishes cut to shape. Compostable option for food service.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4823.69.00Same rate: 35%

If fiber blend under 80% bamboo

Subheading specifies 'of bamboo'; lesser content falls to other paper pulp articles

4810.29Lower: 10% vs 35%

If in continuous rolls for later forming

Uncut paperboard in rolls goes to 4810, not shaped articles

4820.90.00Same rate: 35%

If for industrial non-tableware use like lab trays

End-use determines; non-kitchen paper articles classify under 4820

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for moisture resistance without coatings; excessive lamination may trigger 4818 classification

• Document molding process as paper pulp, not pressed wood, to stay in Chapter 48

• Avoid importing in bulk sheets; pre-cut shapes required for 4823