Birch Wood Shavings
Birch wood shavings are loose, non-agglomerated shavings from non-coniferous birch wood processing in the furniture industry. They are classified under tariff item 4401.22.00 as non-coniferous wood in particles, suitable for animal bedding or fuel.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shavings are from coniferous wood
Coniferous wood shavings are classified under tariff item 4401.21.00.
If the shavings are agglomerated into pellets
Agglomerated wood pellets fall under subheading 4401.31.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the shavings are not agglomerated or formed into pellets, as that changes the classification
• Provide a detailed product description and species identification to customs
• If used for animal bedding, verify that the shavings meet any CFIA standards for animal products
Related Products under Tariff item 4401.22.00
Ash Wood Particles
Ash wood particles are loose, non-agglomerated chips and particles derived from processing non-coniferous ash trees. They are classified under tariff item 4401.22.00 as wood in chips or particles of non-coniferous wood, suitable for biomass energy or landscaping applications.
Basswood Chips
Basswood chips are lightweight, non-coniferous wood chips produced from carving wood manufacturing. They are classified under tariff item 4401.22.00 as non-coniferous wood in chips or particles, used for fuel or mulch applications.
Cherry Wood Chips
Cherry wood chips are non-coniferous wood chips from lumber mills, used for garden mulch or heating fuel. They are classified under tariff item 4401.22.00 as raw wood particles, not formed into logs or pellets.
Elm Wood Particles
Elm wood particles are loose particles from non-coniferous elm wood milling operations, used for fuel or composites. They are classified under tariff item 4401.22.00 as raw non-coniferous wood waste.
Hackberry Sawdust
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Hickory Wood Sawdust
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