Bamboo Charcoal Briquettes from Mexico
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%.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Verify that the briquettes have a minimum cross-sectional dimension greater than 25 mm to meet subheading note 2
• Document the binder content (≤3% by weight) and the agglomeration process
• Classify as wood charcoal briquettes, not as fuel briquettes of other materials, to avoid duty rate differences