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HS Code Candidates for HS Code for Bamboo Cutting Boards — Common Candidates

Use this page to prepare candidate HS headings, product facts, material and function variants, invoice descriptions, ecommerce catalog fields, and risk flags before official review.

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Answer summary

Product facts to verify

Main material and fiber or chemical composition
Construction: knitted, woven, molded, assembled
Function and intended use
Whether it includes electronics, battery, magnets, leather, or textile
Country of origin and destination market

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Candidates are preparation aids only. Verify final code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or the destination tariff database before filing.

Last reviewed

2026-07-07

Candidate headings table

Review candidates

The table below lists candidate HS headings for hs code for bamboo cutting boards — common candidates. Each row is a starting point, not a final classification; verify in the destination tariff database before filing.

Code	Heading	Use when
`4419`	Tableware and kitchenware, of wood	The article is a bamboo cutting board, chopping board, or serving board used in the kitchen. Primary candidate for solid or laminated bamboo boards in most destinations.
`4411`	Fibreboard of wood or other ligneous materials	The article is a compressed bamboo panel or a board constructed from engineered bamboo fibreboard. Verify the construction when the board is a high-density compressed product rather than solid bamboo.
`8210`	Hand-operated mechanical appliances, weigh 10 kg or less, used in the preparation of food	A bamboo cutting board bundled with a small mechanical kitchen appliance (mandoline, slicer) may need component review under GRI 1 or 3(b).
`7323`	Table, kitchen, or other household articles of iron or steel	When the body is metal (a metal board or a metal-edged board). Most bamboo boards do not use 7323.

National extensions after the 6-digit heading vary by destination market. Verify the full national code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or UK Trade Tariff before filing.

Decision tree

How to classify hs code for bamboo cutting boards — common candidates

Step 1: Confirm body material

Solid bamboo, laminated bamboo, or engineered bamboo fibreboard.

Step 2: Confirm function

Cutting, chopping, serving, charcuterie, cheese, or bread board.

Step 3: Check food-contact description

Food-contact wood kitchenware should be stated on the invoice.

Step 4: List accessories

Knives, lids, stands, or holders may require component or set rules.

Step 5: Check destination rules

Some destinations use 4411 for engineered fibreboard; verify the national tariff.

Step 6: Check China origin Section 301

If origin is China, verify the USTR list for 4419 products.

Step 7: Write the invoice line

Use material + function + dimensions + accessory facts.

Material variants

How material changes the code

Material	Typical heading	Notes
Solid bamboo board	4419	Solid or laminated bamboo boards fall under 4419 in most destinations.
Engineered bamboo fibreboard	4411 / 4419	Verify construction. Dense engineered bamboo panels may be reviewed under 4411 (fibreboard).
Bamboo with food-safe oil finish	4419	Oil finish is described on the invoice; heading follows the bamboo body.
Bamboo + metal handle or hole	4419	Metal handle, hole, or rivet is described on the invoice; heading follows the bamboo body.
Bamboo + silicone rim	4419 + component review	Silicone accessories are described; check component rules.

Function and use-case variants

How function changes the code

Function	Typical heading	Notes
Bamboo cutting board (kitchen)	4419	Primary candidate for bamboo kitchen boards.
Bamboo serving / charcuterie board	4419	Serving boards fall under 4419 tableware and kitchenware, of wood.
Bamboo cheese / bread board	4419	Cheese, bread, or pastry boards fall under 4419.
Bamboo board set with knives	4419 + set review	Bundled with knives may require set rules; verify GRI 1 and 3(b) for the destination.
Bamboo board with built-in storage slots	4419	Storage slots are integral features of the board; heading still 4419.
Bamboo board with sealing lid (tray)	Set review	Bamboo board with bamboo or glass lid may be reviewed as a set or tray.

Risk flags

Source-check required

Flag	Impact on classification	Where to verify
Bamboo as wood
Food-contact declaration
Board set with knives
Solid bamboo vs engineered fibreboard
China origin

Risk flags signal the need for official review before the candidate code is used on customs documents.

Invoice description examples

Strong descriptions

Strong invoice descriptions include material, function, product type, and key components (battery, electronics, magnet, leather, textile). Avoid generic words such as gift, sample, accessory, or product. The descriptions below are examples only, not final classifications.

Bamboo cutting board, 30 x 20 cm, food-contact wood kitchenware
Bamboo serving board, 40 x 25 cm, food-contact wood kitchenware
Bamboo charcuterie board, 35 x 25 cm, with handle and juice groove
Bamboo cheese board set, two pieces, with cheese knives, food-contact wood kitchenware
Bamboo chopping board set, three pieces, food-contact wood kitchenware
Engineered bamboo fibreboard panel, 30 x 20 cm, food-contact wood kitchenware

Use these descriptions on the commercial invoice line item, with the candidate HS code and country of origin declared per line.

Ecommerce catalog fields

Shopify, WooCommerce, and CSV fields to check

Before labels and invoices are generated, prepare these fields in your ecommerce catalog. The CSV Catalog Checker scans Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, or custom CSV exports for missing customs fields locally in your browser.

Field	Why it matters
HS code candidate	4419 for solid or laminated bamboo boards; 4411 for engineered fibreboard panels.
Body material	Solid bamboo vs engineered bamboo fibreboard drives the heading review.
Food-contact use	A kitchen board should be described as food-contact wood kitchenware where accurate.
Dimensions	Length and width are useful for invoicing; large boards may also have volume hints.
Finish or treatment	Food-safe oil, lacquer, or raw finish should be described.
Accessories	Knife, lid, stand, or holder can trigger set rules or component review.
Country of origin	Drives Section 301 review for China-origin bamboo boards.
Packaging type	Shrink wrap, retail box, or master carton does not decide the heading but supports shipping.

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Worked example

Ecommerce seller importing bamboo cutting boards from China to the US

Scenario: A Shopify seller imports 5,000 bamboo cutting boards from China. Each board is 30 x 20 cm, food-contact use, with a juice groove and a hanging hole, sold as individual retail units.

Step 1: identify material. Solid bamboo board. Treat bamboo as a wood material for HS purposes.
Step 2: confirm function. Kitchen cutting board, food-contact use.
Step 3: select the candidate family. 4419 (tableware and kitchenware, of wood) is the primary candidate.
Step 4: describe features. Juice groove and hanging hole are integral features and do not change the heading.
Step 5: confirm origin and additional tariff. Origin: CN (China). Section 301 review may apply under 4419.
Step 6: write the invoice line. Use "bamboo cutting board, 30 x 20 cm, food-contact wood kitchenware, juice groove."

The candidate is preparation aid only. Verify the construction (solid vs engineered fibreboard), the national extension, and any Section 301 rates before filing.

Common mistakes

What to avoid

Classifying solid bamboo boards as plastic kitchenware (3924) instead of wood kitchenware (4419).
Forgetting to add food-contact wording for kitchen cutting boards on the invoice.
Treating bamboo cutting board sets with knives as a single product without checking set rules.
Using decorative wording (rustic farmhouse board) instead of material and function on the invoice.
Skipping the construction review when the board is engineered bamboo fibreboard.
Skipping Section 301 review for China-origin bamboo boards.

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About this category page

Written by the TariffCatalog Editorial Team. Maintained by Ryan Cole and reviewed for candidate-only customs-data workflow clarity.

This page follows TariffCatalog's methodology for candidate-only classification, estimate-only calculators, and document draft workflows. Candidates are preparation aids, not binding classifications.

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Reviewed by Ryan Cole

Ryan Cole maintains TariffCatalog from the perspective of a long-time ecommerce operator with 15+ years of experience in product catalog, international shipping, and pre-shipment data workflows. This page is reviewed for candidate-only HS code preparation, source-check clarity, and estimate-only or candidate-only wording.

TariffCatalog is a preparation aid, not a customs broker, legal, tax, or freight-forwarding service. Verify final classifications, rates, documents, and filing treatment with official sources or qualified professionals.

Last reviewed: July 2026 · Maintainer entity: Ryan Cole · Source policy: verified against official customs and tariff sources

Official Source Note

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UK Trade Tariff

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FAQ

Common questions

What is the HS code for bamboo cutting boards?

Bamboo cutting boards are commonly classified under heading 4419 (tableware and kitchenware, of wood) in most destinations. Bamboo is treated as a wood or ligneous material for HS purposes, not plastic. Verify the national tariff before filing.

Is bamboo classified as wood for HS code purposes?

Yes. Bamboo is treated as a wood or ligneous material for HS code purposes. Solid and laminated bamboo boards usually fall under 4419 (tableware and kitchenware, of wood).

What is the HS code for bamboo serving / charcuterie boards?

Bamboo serving, charcuterie, and cheese boards are commonly classified under heading 4419 (tableware and kitchenware, of wood) because the function is food serving or preparation and the body material is bamboo.

How should I describe a bamboo cutting board set with knives?

A bamboo cutting board set with knives may need component review or set rules under GRI 1 or 3(b). Describe each component on the invoice and verify the destination set rules before filing.

Do bamboo cutting boards face Section 301 tariffs from China?

Section 301 additional tariffs may apply to bamboo cutting boards from China under heading 4419. Check the USTR Section 301 list for the current rate on 4419 products from China.

How do I write a bamboo cutting board on the commercial invoice?

Write material + function + dimensions + food-contact wording + accessory facts. For example: "bamboo cutting board, 30 x 20 cm, food-contact wood kitchenware, juice groove."

What is the difference between 4419 and 4411 for bamboo boards?

Heading 4419 covers tableware and kitchenware, of wood (solid and laminated bamboo boards). Heading 4411 covers fibreboard of wood or other ligneous materials (engineered high-density bamboo panels). Verify the construction (solid vs engineered fibreboard) with the supplier.

When should I ask for professional review?

Ask for review when the construction is unclear (solid vs engineered fibreboard), the set contains knives or other accessories, the shipment is high value, or the destination tariff treats bamboo boards differently under the wood or fibreboard headings.

Last reviewed: 2026-07-07

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Candidate headings on this page are preparation aids, not binding classifications. Final classification depends on exact product facts and the destination tariff rules in effect on the entry date.