Product classification
HS code for Bamboo cutting boards: 4419.11
Tableware and kitchenware, of wood, of bamboo, bread boards, chopping boards and similar boards.
Classification of bamboo cutting boards under HS 4419.11
Bamboo cutting boards are classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 441911. This code is found within Chapter 44, which covers \"Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal.\" More specifically, heading 4419 is for \"Tableware and kitchenware, of wood.\" The subheading 441911 is precisely defined as \"Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, bread boards, chopping boards and similar boards.\" The classification is determined by the material, bamboo, and its specific function as a cutting, chopping, or bread board, which are common kitchenware items. This code accurately reflects the product's composition and its intended use in food preparation and serving, distinguishing it from other bamboo articles or wooden items with different applications.
- Covers
- Bamboo chopping boards
- Bamboo bread boards
- Bamboo serving boards (if primarily used for food preparation or presentation)
- Bamboo butcher blocks
- Bamboo pastry boards
- Also under 4419.11
- Totally Bamboo cutting boards
- John Boos butcher blocks
- Epicurean cutting boards
- IKEA bamboo boards
- OXO Good Grips wood boards
Codes often confused with 4419.11
Common mistake. Bamboo cutting boards can be confused with other HS codes. For example, HS code 441912 covers \"Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, chopsticks.\" The distinction is clear: 441911 is for flat board-like kitchenware, while 441912 is for chopsticks. Another common misclassification might be with HS code 441990, which is a general category for \"Other tableware and kitchenware, of wood.\" However, since cutting boards, chopping boards, and bread boards made of bamboo are explicitly mentioned in 441911, this specific code should always be applied. Misclassifying these products can lead to incorrect tariff rates and potential delays in customs clearance, emphasizing the need for precise identification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 441911 (the code used for bamboo cutting boards), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441911 (the code used for bamboo cutting boards) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 69% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 441911, not only bamboo cutting boards.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $167M 69% of world exports
- 2 Germany $11M 4.7% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $11M 4.6% of world exports
World total: $243M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $57M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $27M 11% of world imports
- 3 France $13M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $245M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 cutting boards
Brazil classifies bamboo cutting boards under NCM 4419.11.00: HS 4419.11 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 cutting boards
What is the HS code for Bamboo cutting boards?
The HS code for Bamboo cutting boards is 441911 (Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, bread boards, chopping boards and similar boards). The HS code for bamboo cutting boards is 441911. This code specifically covers bread boards, chopping boards, and similar boards made from bamboo, falling under the broader category of wooden tableware and kitchenware.
How do I classify Bamboo cutting boards for customs?
Bamboo cutting boards is classified under HS code 441911 — Tableware and kitchenware, of wood; of bamboo, bread boards, chopping boards and similar boards. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the size or shape of a bamboo cutting board affect its HS code?
No, the size or specific shape of a bamboo cutting board does not alter its HS code, as long as its primary function remains that of a cutting, chopping, or bread board. The classification is based on the material (bamboo) and its intended use as a board for food preparation.
Which countries are the top exporters of bamboo cutting boards (HS 441911)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441911 (the code used for bamboo cutting boards) in UN Comtrade data were China ($167M, 69% of world exports), Germany ($11M) and the Netherlands ($11M). World exports came to about $243M, 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 cutting boards (HS 441911)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 441911 (the code used for bamboo cutting boards) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($57M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($27M) and France ($13M). World imports came to about $245M, 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 cutting boards the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441911 for Bamboo cutting boards 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 cutting boards in Brazil?
In Brazil, bamboo cutting boards (HS 441911) is classified under NCM 4419.11.00.