Spruce Billets for Fireplaces from Japan
Short cylindrical spruce wood billets (6-12 inches) from coniferous trees, ideal for efficient burning in stoves. Falls under 4401.11.00.00 as coniferous fuel wood in billets, a similar form to logs for fuel purposes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'fuel only - not for construction' to prevent reclassification as lumber
• Comply with country-specific quotas on coniferous fuel wood imports
• Test for bark content; excessive bark may require classification as wood chips under 4401.21/22