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U.S. imports of bamboo chopsticks (HS 441912) totaled $1.1M in April 2026, traded with 9 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBamboo chopsticks — disposable or reusable eating utensils classified under a single US tariff line (4419120000) — are among the most concentrated import flows in the wood products chapter, with China and Vietnam together accounting for the vast majority of US supply. As food-contact articles, they are subject to FDA admissibility review, and any surface coatings or bleaching agents must comply with FDA food-contact material standards. Section 301 tariffs apply to Chinese-origin chopsticks, a factor that has reinforced Vietnam's role as a secondary source.
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Yes. Surface treatments such as bleaching agents, lacquers, or coatings on food-contact chopsticks must comply with FDA regulations for food-contact substances. Bleached chopsticks have historically drawn FDA scrutiny for residual chemical levels. Importers should obtain supplier test reports confirming compliance with applicable FDA standards and be prepared for FDA sampling at entry. Admissibility determinations are product-specific; consult a licensed customs broker or regulatory specialist.
Both disposable and reusable bamboo chopsticks classify under 4419120000 — the HTS does not subdivide by intended use life. Duty treatment is therefore the same regardless of whether the chopsticks are single-use or designed for repeated use. The distinction matters more for FDA compliance (coatings and finish standards differ) and for end-use market positioning than for tariff classification.
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