Birch Faggots for Outdoor Fires from Japan
Bundled birch twigs and small branches tied into faggots, perfect for starting fires or as kindling in outdoor settings. HTS 4401.12.00.00 covers nonconiferous fuel wood in twigs or faggots form from deciduous birch trees.
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
• Include bundle weight and dimensions on commercial invoice; faggots often scrutinized for volume-based valuation
• Confirm no chemical treatments; untreated natural wood only qualifies under this fuel wood subheading
• Check state-specific quarantines as birch can carry pests like bronze birch borer