U.S. imports of Bamboo Tableware and Kitchenware (Other) (HS 441919) totaled $6.5M in August 2026, imported from 32 countries.
Importers of Bamboo Tableware and Kitchenware (Other) paid $981K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 15.45% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Bamboo Tableware and Kitchenware (Other) imports of $6.5M in August 2026 ran 16% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5.6M.
Last updated: August 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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736 import shipments a month
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.
Subheading 3 of 5 in heading 4419
Subheading 441919 · $6.5M of $39.8M
ImportsExports
Imports
$6.5MYoY · free account
Exports
$516KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $70.8M of Bamboo Tableware and Kitchenware (Other) and exported $5.7M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4419199000 | Tableware and Kitchenware, of Bamboo, NESOI | $5.6M | 15.19% | 98.29% | $856K |
| 4419191000 | Forks and Spoons, of Bamboo | $715K | 17.50% | 98.51% | $125K |
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 | $516K |
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.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Hong Kong together supply 93% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
1.6% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 15.45% of imports for consumption.