Product classification

HS code for Bamboo chopsticks: 4419.12

Tableware and kitchenware, of wood, of bamboo, chopsticks.

Classification of bamboo chopsticks under HS 4419.12

Bamboo chopsticks are classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 441912. This classification falls within Chapter 44, which encompasses \"Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal.\" More precisely, heading 4419 is dedicated to \"Tableware and kitchenware, of wood.\" The specific subheading 441912 is designated for \"Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, chopsticks.\" The primary determinants for this classification are the material, bamboo, and its explicit function as chopsticks, which are essential items of tableware used for consuming food. This code accurately reflects the product's composition and its intended culinary application, distinguishing it from other general wooden articles or bamboo products designed for different purposes. The specificity of \"chopsticks\" within the description ensures precise categorization.

Covers
  • Disposable bamboo chopsticks
  • Reusable bamboo chopsticks
  • Bamboo eating utensils designed specifically as chopsticks
  • Chopsticks made entirely or predominantly from bamboo material
  • Bulk packaged bamboo chopsticks for catering or retail
Also under 4419.12
  • Totally Bamboo Chopsticks
  • Joyce Chen Bamboo Chopsticks
  • Moso Bamboo Chopsticks
  • Sur La Table Bamboo Utensils

Codes often confused with 4419.12

Common mistake. Bamboo chopsticks are sometimes erroneously classified under other HS codes. For instance, HS code 441911 covers \"Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, bread boards, chopping boards and similar boards.\" The critical distinction lies in the product's form and function: 441911 is reserved for flat, board-like kitchenware, whereas 441912 is exclusively for chopsticks. Another potential misclassification involves HS code 441990, which serves as a residual category for \"Other tableware and kitchenware, of wood\" not specifically enumerated elsewhere. However, given that chopsticks are explicitly identified in 441912, this more specific code takes precedence. Incorrect classification can result in customs delays, penalties, and inaccurate duty assessments, highlighting the importance of precise categorization.

4419.11Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, bread boards, chopping boards and similar boards4419.90Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; not of bamboo or tropical wood

Top exporters and importers of HS 441912 (the code used for bamboo chopsticks), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441912 (the code used for bamboo chopsticks) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 96% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 36% 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 441912, not only bamboo chopsticks.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $341M
  2. 2 Netherlands $3.8M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$3.4M

World total: $356M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Japan $105M
  2. 2 Taiwan* ~$40M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$29M

World total: $291M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 chopsticks

Brazil classifies bamboo chopsticks under NCM 4419.12.00: HS 4419.12 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 chopsticks

What is the HS code for Bamboo chopsticks?

The HS code for Bamboo chopsticks is 441912 (Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, chopsticks). The HS code for bamboo chopsticks is 441912. This code specifically identifies chopsticks manufactured from bamboo, placing them within the broader category of wooden tableware and kitchenware.

How do I classify Bamboo chopsticks for customs?

Bamboo chopsticks is classified under HS code 441912 — Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, chopsticks. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are disposable bamboo chopsticks classified differently than reusable ones?

No, both disposable and reusable bamboo chopsticks are classified under HS code 441912. The classification is primarily based on the material (bamboo) and the item's fundamental function as chopsticks, irrespective of its intended lifespan or reusability.

Which countries are the top exporters of bamboo chopsticks (HS 441912)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441912 (the code used for bamboo chopsticks) in UN Comtrade data were China ($341M, 96% of world exports), the Netherlands ($3.8M) and Vietnam (about $3.4M). World exports came to about $356M, 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 chopsticks (HS 441912)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 441912 (the code used for bamboo chopsticks) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($105M, 36% of world imports), Taiwan (about $40M) and Vietnam (about $29M). World imports came to about $291M, 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 chopsticks the same in all countries?

The base HS code 441912 for Bamboo chopsticks 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 chopsticks in Brazil?

In Brazil, bamboo chopsticks (HS 441912) is classified under NCM 4419.12.00.