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U.S. imports of bamboo tableware and kitchenware (other) (HS 441919) totaled $6.0M in July 2026, traded with 30 countries.
Importers of Bamboo Tableware and Kitchenware (Other) paid $722K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $5.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Bamboo Tableware and Kitchenware (Other) imports of $6.0M in July 2026 ran 10% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5.4M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataBeyond chopsticks and cutting boards, bamboo tableware and kitchenware — including forks and spoons (4419191000) and a broad residual category of serving and cooking implements (4419199000) — represent a fast-growing segment driven by consumer demand for sustainable alternatives to plastic. China and Vietnam are the dominant suppliers, with India, Taiwan, and Thailand also contributing. All items in this heading are food-contact articles subject to FDA oversight, and Chinese-origin goods carry Section 301 tariff exposure. Importers should verify that adhesives and surface finishes on composite bamboo items meet FDA food-contact substance requirements.
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676 shipments/mo
Utensils made from a blend of bamboo fiber and melamine or other resins are generally classified based on the essential character of the article. If the plastic or resin component imparts the essential character, the product may fall under plastics headings in Chapter 39 rather than under 4419. Pure bamboo or bamboo-dominant items without significant plastic binders classify under 4419. Importers of composite items should seek a binding ruling from CBP to confirm the correct heading.
Prior to the first shipment, importers should request third-party test reports confirming that all materials — including adhesives, coatings, and colorants — comply with FDA food-contact substance regulations and relevant ASTM or ISO standards. Establishing a supplier audit trail and maintaining records of material safety data sheets supports both FDA admissibility and due-diligence documentation. Admissibility is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA compliance specialist.
HSChapter 44
Subheading 3 of 5 in heading 4419
Subheading 441919 · $6.0M of $39.1M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4419199000 | Tableware and Kitchenware, Of Bamboo, NESOI | $5.0M | 12.01% | 96.09% | $599K |
| 4419191000 | Forks and Spoons, Of Bamboo | $1.0M | 12.22% | 100.86% | $123K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4419190000 | Tableware and Kitchenware, Of Bamboo | $315K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$6.0MYoY · Pro
Exports
$315KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
China and Thailand together supply 97% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
1.5% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 12.05%.