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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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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