Product classification
HS code for Bamboo articles: 4421.91
Wood, of bamboo, articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4414 to 4420 (excluding clothes hangers).
Classification of bamboo articles under HS 4421.91
HS code 442191 is designated for miscellaneous articles made of bamboo that are not specifically classified elsewhere within headings 4414 to 4420 of Chapter 44. This code serves as a residual category for a wide array of bamboo products, ensuring that items not covered by more specific classifications find their appropriate place in the Harmonized System. It explicitly excludes clothes hangers, which have their own specific classification. This heading is crucial for items such as small household goods, decorative objects, or tools predominantly made from bamboo, where the manufacturing process does not involve plaiting or wickerwork, and the item does not fall into a more specialized wood article category. The "n.e.c." (not elsewhere specified) aspect is key to its application.
- Covers
- Bamboo kitchen utensils (e.g., spatulas, spoons, tongs)
- Small bamboo decorative items (e.g., figurines, small boxes)
- Bamboo garden stakes or plant supports (if processed beyond raw material)
- Bamboo craft items not made by plaiting
- Bamboo blinds or shades (not textile)
- Also under 4421.91
- Cali Bamboo Flooring
- Totally Bamboo Storage Boxes
- Humble Brush Bamboo Toothbrushes
- Bambaw Bamboo Straws
Codes often confused with 4421.91
Common mistake. Misclassification of bamboo articles under HS 442191 often arises from confusion with more specific categories. Articles made by plaiting or wickerwork from bamboo, such as baskets, are specifically classified under HS 460211. This distinction is vital, as 442191 covers articles of bamboo, not necessarily plaited bamboo. Larger bamboo furniture items are typically classified under Chapter 94, specifically HS 9403 for "Other furniture and parts thereof." Furthermore, if a bamboo article fits a precise description within headings 4414 to 4420 (e.g., certain types of wooden caskets or ornaments), it would be classified there rather than under the residual 442191. Careful consideration of the manufacturing method and the article's primary function is necessary.
Top exporters and importers of HS 442191 (the code used for bamboo articles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 442191 (the code used for bamboo articles) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 80% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 442191, not only bamboo articles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $565M 80% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$19M 2.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 India $17M 2.4% of world exports
World total: $704M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $137M 27% of world imports
- 2 Japan $31M 6.1% of world imports
- 3 Germany $30M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $507M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for bamboo articles
Brazil classifies bamboo articles under NCM 4421.91.00: HS 4421.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about bamboo articles
What is the HS code for Bamboo articles?
The HS code for Bamboo articles is 442191 (Wood; of bamboo, articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4414 to 4420 (excluding clothes hangers)). The HS code for miscellaneous articles of bamboo, not elsewhere specified in headings 4414 to 4420 and excluding clothes hangers, is 442191.
How do I classify Bamboo articles for customs?
Bamboo articles is classified under HS code 442191 — Wood; of bamboo, articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4414 to 4420 (excluding clothes hangers). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does HS 442191 include bamboo baskets?
No, bamboo baskets are typically classified under HS 460211, as they are products of basketwork or wickerwork made from plaiting materials. HS 442191 covers other articles of bamboo not made by plaiting.
Which countries are the top exporters of bamboo articles (HS 442191)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 442191 (the code used for bamboo articles) in UN Comtrade data were China ($565M, 80% of world exports), Vietnam (about $19M) and India ($17M). World exports came to about $704M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of bamboo articles (HS 442191)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 442191 (the code used for bamboo articles) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($137M, 27% of world imports), Japan ($31M) and Germany ($30M). World imports came to about $507M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Bamboo articles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 442191 for Bamboo articles is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bamboo articles in Brazil?
In Brazil, bamboo articles (HS 442191) is classified under NCM 4421.91.00.