Birch Wood Shavings for Smoking Chips
Fine birch shavings dried for use as smoking chips in meat curing and grilling. Clean burning with mild smoke flavor profile. These non-agglomerated shavings from temperate hardwood processing are classified under tariff item 4401.49.00 as wood waste and scrap.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shavings are cut into small chips
Wood in chips or particles falls under a different subheading.
If the shavings are compressed into pellets
Agglomerated wood pellets are classified separately.
If the shavings are packaged as a retail product for smoking
Retail-packed articles of wood may fall under heading 4421.
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
• Confirm the shavings are not treated with any additives or flavorings, as that could affect classification
• Ensure they are thoroughly dried to prevent mold or pest issues during shipment
• Keep records of the wood species and processing method for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 4401.49.00
Ash Wood Faggots
Ash wood faggots are bundles of twigs and small branches from ash tree management, presented loose and not compressed into logs, billets, or similar forms. They are used as traditional kindling or garden mulch and fall under this tariff item as fuel wood in similar forms, not elsewhere specified.
Ash Woodturning Waste
Mixed shavings, dust and chips from ash wood lathe and spindle turning, non-agglomerated. Versatile hardwood scrap suitable for various applications. Classified under tariff item 4401.49.00 as non-agglomerated wood waste and scrap.
Aspen Wood Shavings for Packaging Filler
Soft, white aspen shavings used as void filler in shipping containers and packaging. Extremely low dust, non-abrasive for product protection. These poplar family shavings are classified as non-agglomerated wood waste under tariff item 4401.49.00.
Beech Wood Scrap
Beech wood scrap consists of irregular pieces from steam bending operations, not agglomerated or formed into fuel shapes. It is used for chair making or as fuel and qualifies as wood waste and scrap under this tariff item.
Birch Furniture Scrap
Birch furniture scrap includes irregular pieces and edge trimmings from furniture manufacturing, non-agglomerated and not formed into fuel products. It is suitable for craft projects, mulch, or biomass fuel and qualifies as wood waste and scrap under this tariff item.
Birch Wood Lathe Scrap
Stringy scrap from birch wood lathe turning operations, not agglomerated. Non-coniferous fibrous wood waste used in paper pulp trials. Classified under tariff item 4401.49.00 as non-agglomerated wood waste and scrap.