Bamboo Bookshelf from Japan
A tall freestanding bookshelf with bamboo frames and slatted shelves for floor placement in homes or offices. Falls under HTS 9403.82.00 per Chapter 94 note allowing shelved furniture even if stackable. Provides ample storage with rustic bamboo texture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm shelved furniture exception applies; provide supports/fixings evidence for wall-mount options
• Bamboo moisture content testing prevents mold claims at entry; ensure <20% for stability
• Retail packaging differentiates from bulk; misdeclaration as 'panels' risks Chapter 44 shift