Bamboo Shelf Bracket from Japan
Curved brackets made from laminated bamboo for supporting wall or floor shelves in furniture units. Falls under HTS 9403.99.20 for bamboo furniture parts, as shelved furniture qualifies even if wall-fixed per chapter notes. Designed for assembly into cabinetry.
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
• Specify 'for shelved furniture' in descriptions to leverage chapter note exceptions
• Test for bamboo purity to avoid disputes over mixed materials
• Package disassembled to emphasize parts over unit furniture