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Cherry Wood Fire Logs from Japan

Kiln-dried cherry wood logs prized for aromatic burning in gourmet fireplaces and pizza ovens. As nonconiferous hardwood in log form for fuel use, it matches HTS 4401.12.00.00 exactly.

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

• Provide kiln-drying certificates showing <19% moisture to demonstrate proper seasoning for fuel classification

• Species verification critical; cherry (Prunus spp.) must be distinguished from similar-looking woods

• Mark packages 'Firewood Only - Do Not Plant' per APHIS directives