Fir Branch Fuel Bundles from Japan
Coniferous fir branches bundled for decorative and functional fireplace use during holidays. HTS 4401.11.00.00 includes twigs and similar forms of coniferous wood intended primarily as fuel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Time imports for winter season to match peak demand and avoid storage duties
• Remove needles completely if over 10% by weight to prevent agricultural classification
• Label as 'burnable only' to avoid toy/ornament misclassification under Chapter 95