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筷子

筷子 (kuài zi) are traditional East Asian dining utensils. They are slender sticks, typically made from wood, bamboo, plastic, ivory, or metal, used for picking up food.

Material:

• Wood: The most common material, offering affordability and a comfortable grip. Various wood types are used, impacting color and durability.
• Bamboo: Lightweight, sustainable, and relatively inexpensive. Often used for disposable or everyday chopsticks.
• Plastic: Durable, easy to clean, and available in a wide range of colors. Commonly found in restaurants.
• Ivory: Historically used for decorative and high-end chopsticks, but now largely avoided due to ethical concerns regarding elephant poaching.
• Metal: Typically stainless steel, offering durability, hygiene, and a premium feel. Often reusable and easy to clean.
• Bone: Less common, but provides a smooth texture and unique aesthetic.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of chopsticks is to convey food to the mouth. They are integral to the dining experience in many East Asian cultures, emphasizing a slower, more mindful approach to eating.

Function:

Chopsticks function by utilizing a pincer-like grip to grasp and lift food. Users typically hold one chopstick stationary while manipulating the other to pick up items. The technique requires dexterity and coordination.

Usage Scenarios:

• Everyday Dining: Used in homes and restaurants across East Asia for a wide variety of dishes.
• Formal Meals: Often used in conjunction with specific table etiquette.
• Cooking: Can be used for stirring, flipping, and testing food during the cooking process.
• Presentations/Gifts: Decorative chopsticks are sometimes presented as gifts.

Common Types:

• Round Chopsticks (圆筷 yuán kuài): The most common shape, offering a comfortable grip.
• Square Chopsticks (方筷 fāng kuài): Believed to offer better grip and prevent rolling. Traditionally associated with certain regions.
• Tapered Chopsticks (锥形筷 zhuī xíng kuài): Narrower at the eating end, providing more precision.
• Disposable Chopsticks: Typically made of wood or bamboo, used for single servings.
• Reusable Chopsticks: Made from wood, bamboo, plastic, metal, or ivory, designed for multiple uses.
• Long Chopsticks (长筷 cháng kuài): Used for reaching food from communal dishes.
• Short Chopsticks (短筷 duǎn kuài): Used for specific dishes or by children.

根据申报商品“筷子”的信息，以下是相关HS编码及其详细说明：

• 4419.12.00.00: 木制餐具和厨房用具；竹制餐具和厨房用具。该编码适用于竹制餐具和厨房用具，具体包括筷子。
  • 44: 木及木炭；活性炭；木制建筑构件。
  • 4419: 木制餐具和厨房用具。
  • 4419.12: 木制餐具和厨房用具；竹制餐具和厨房用具。

根据提供的参考资料，该HS编码的基础关税为3.2%，加征关税为0.0%，2025年4月2日后加征关税为30.0%，总税率为33.2%。