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.
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 chips are from coniferous species
Coniferous wood chips are classified under tariff item 4401.21.00.
If the chips are formed into briquettes
Wood briquettes fall under subheading 4401.32.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Make sure the chips are not agglomerated or compressed, as this would change the tariff classification
• Keep documentation of the wood species and processing method
• Be aware of potential CFIA inspections for wood products to prevent the spread of pests
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.
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.
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
Hackberry sawdust is a byproduct from non-coniferous hackberry lumber production, used for specialty fuels. It is classified under tariff item 4401.22.00 as non-coniferous wood particles.
Hickory Wood Sawdust
Hickory wood sawdust is loose, non-agglomerated sawdust from non-coniferous hickory, used for smoking meats or as fuel pellet feedstock. It is classified under tariff item 4401.22.00 as non-coniferous wood waste.