Chapter 4402 — Customs Tariff Headings

Agglomerated Bamboo Charcoal Pellets

Agglomerated bamboo charcoal pellets, compressed from carbonized bamboo sawdust and shavings into cylindrical form with a diameter under 25 mm, are used as fuel in home pellet grills. They qualify as wood charcoal under heading 44.02, and the subheading note confirms they are agglomerated with a binder content not exceeding 3% by weight.

Bamboo Charcoal Briquettes

Bamboo charcoal briquettes are formed by agglomerating carbonized bamboo particles into uniform cubiform or polyhedral units with a minimum cross-sectional dimension greater than 25 mm. They are used primarily for grilling and barbecues, and fall under heading 44.02 as wood charcoal, with the subheading note confirming the binder limit of 3%.

Bamboo Shell Charcoal

Bamboo shell charcoal is derived from the outer shells or husks of bamboo seeds and culms, carbonized for use in shisha hookahs or air purification pouches. It is a form of wood charcoal under heading 44.02, and since it is not shell or nut charcoal of the kind excluded by the sibling item, it falls under this tariff item.

Hexagonal Bamboo Charcoal for BBQ

Hexagonal bamboo charcoal lumps are produced by pyrolyzing moso bamboo culms into hexagonal shapes, designed for high-heat barbecuing with minimal ash. They are unagglomerated wood charcoal, falling under heading 44.02, and are not shell or nut charcoal, so they are classified under this tariff item.

Moso Bamboo Lump Charcoal

Moso bamboo lump charcoal is non-agglomerated charcoal made from carbonized moso bamboo culms, used for premium grilling with a long burn time. It is wood charcoal under heading 44.02, and since it is not shell or nut charcoal and contains no binder, it falls under this tariff item.

Coconut Shell Charcoal Briquettes

High-quality charcoal made from coconut shells, agglomerated into uniform briquettes for efficient burning. This product falls under tariff item 4402.20.10 as it is specifically intended for use in the manufacture of activated carbon, a key industrial application. The coconut shell origin and briquette form ensure consistent carbon content suitable for activation processes.

Hardwood Nut Shell Activated Charcoal

Activated charcoal produced from nut shells like pecan or walnut, used for water filtration and air purification. This product is classified under tariff item 4402.20.10 because it is explicitly for use in the manufacture of activated carbon, aligning with the item's scope. The activation process enhances porosity, making it suitable for industrial filtration applications.

Macadamia Nut Shell Charcoal Briquettes

Premium briquettes from macadamia nut shells, marketed for luxury grilling. While this product is a shell charcoal, it is classified under tariff item 4402.20.10 only if it is destined for activated carbon manufacture. The briquettes are naturally bound without additives, providing high carbon content suitable for industrial activation processes.

Palm Kernel Shell Charcoal

Charcoal derived from palm kernel shells, a byproduct of palm oil production, compressed into lumps for BBQ use. This product is classified under tariff item 4402.20.10 when it is intended for use in the manufacture of activated carbon, as the shell origin and carbonization process yield a suitable precursor. The lumps can be further processed into activated carbon for industrial applications.

Pecan Shell BBQ Charcoal

Lump charcoal from pecan nut shells, popular for smoking meats in Southern US BBQ. This product falls under tariff item 4402.20.10 if it is imported for use in the manufacture of activated carbon, given its nut shell origin and carbonized form. The natural agglomeration during pyrolysis provides a dense carbon source suitable for activation.

Walnut Shell Charcoal Granules

Granulated charcoal from walnut shells, used in aquariums and industrial blasting media. This product is classified under tariff item 4402.20.10 when it is intended for use in the manufacture of activated carbon, as the granulated form and high hardness make it an excellent precursor. The post-carbonization grinding does not alter its classification as shell charcoal.

Almond Shell Compressed Charcoal

Compressed charcoal blocks manufactured from almond shells, intended for use in blacksmith forges and metalworking applications. The product is agglomerated by compression, consistent with the definition of shell charcoal under this tariff item.

Cashew Shell Charcoal Powder

Fine powder charcoal derived from cashew nut shells, a byproduct of cashew processing, used in dyes and fillers. The product is in powdered form and falls under shell charcoal classification.

Hazelnut Shell Lump Charcoal

Lump charcoal produced from hazelnut shells, favored for hookah and shisha smoking due to its low moisture and high fixed carbon content. The product is in lump form, not agglomerated.

Peanut Shell Hookah Charcoal

Cube-shaped charcoal made from peanut shells for hookah sessions, quick-lighting variety. The product is agglomerated shell charcoal, consistent with the tariff item.

Binchotan White Charcoal

Binchotan white charcoal is a high-carbon charcoal produced from ubame oak, kiln-fired to a white ash state. It is a non-agglomerated wood charcoal without binders, used for grilling and cooking. It falls under this tariff item as 'other' wood charcoal, not containing more than 10% binder.

Coconut Shell Wood Charcoal Blend

This product is a blend of coconut shell and hardwood charcoal, primarily wood-based, used for grilling. It is non-agglomerated and irregular in shape, not meeting pellet or briquette specifications. It classifies under this tariff item as 'other' wood charcoal, provided wood predominates and binder content is 10% or less.

Fruitwood Smoking Chunks Charcoal

Fruitwood smoking chunks charcoal is made from carbonized apple or cherry wood, used to add flavor in smokers. It is non-agglomerated and irregularly shaped, not meeting pellet or briquette specs. This product falls under this tariff item as 'other' wood charcoal, without binders.

Hardwood Lump Charcoal

Hardwood lump charcoal consists of irregular pieces of carbonized oak or hickory, used for grilling. It is non-agglomerated and not shaped into pellets or briquettes. This product falls under this tariff item as 'other' wood charcoal, with no binder.

Hickory Lump Charcoal for Smoking

Hickory lump charcoal is produced from carbonized hickory wood, used for smoking meats. It is non-agglomerated and irregular in shape, fitting the 'other' category of wood charcoal. This product falls under this tariff item as it does not contain binders.

Mesquite Wood Charcoal

Mesquite wood charcoal is made from carbonized mesquite wood, known for its strong smoky flavor. It is non-agglomerated and irregular, not meeting pellet or briquette specs. This product falls under this tariff item as 'other' wood charcoal, without binders.