HS Code for Bamboo kitchenware

Bamboo kitchenware is classified under HS code 441919, which specifically covers "tableware and kitchenware, of wood," with the subheading 441919 designating such articles made of bamboo. This classification is appropriate for items used in the preparation, serving, or consumption of food and beverages. The code distinguishes bamboo kitchenware from general wooden articles by its specific function and material, recognizing bamboo's suitability for these applications due to its durability, lightweight nature, and sustainable properties. This precise classification ensures consistent customs treatment for a wide range of bamboo culinary products.

Products Included

• Bamboo cutting boards and chopping blocks
• Bamboo serving trays and platters
• Bamboo bowls, plates, and dishes
• Bamboo spatulas, spoons, ladles, and other cooking utensils
• Bamboo chopsticks and salad servers
• Bamboo utensil holders and organizers for kitchen use
• Bamboo coasters and placemats (if primarily for serving/table use, not floor mats)

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification for bamboo kitchenware is HS code 442199, which covers "other articles of wood, n.e.c." This general residual category is often incorrectly applied to bamboo kitchen items. However, HS 441919 is a much more specific and appropriate classification, directly addressing tableware and kitchenware made of bamboo. The specificity of 441919 takes precedence over the general "other" category. Another potential confusion arises with HS code 392410, which pertains to "tableware and kitchenware, of plastics." While some kitchenware may combine materials, 441919 is strictly for articles predominantly or entirely made of bamboo, distinguishing them from plastic alternatives based on their material composition.

FAQ

What is the HS code for bamboo kitchenware?

The HS code for bamboo kitchenware is 441919. This code specifically covers tableware and kitchenware articles made from bamboo.

Are bamboo decorative items for the kitchen included?

Generally, HS code 441919 is for functional tableware and kitchenware used in food preparation or serving. Decorative items made of bamboo for the kitchen, if they do not have a primary function as tableware or kitchenware, might be classified under other codes, such as 442090 (wood marquetry and inlaid wood; caskets and cases for jewellery or cutlery, and similar articles, of wood; statuettes and other ornaments, of wood) or 442199 (other articles of wood, n.e.c.), depending on their specific nature and use.