Cedar Sawdust Fuel from China

Fine cedar (Cedrus or Thuja spp.) sawdust from milling operations, popular for aromatic biomass fuel in heating applications. HTS 4401.21.00.00 applies to all coniferous wood particles used as fuel.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Test for natural oils content; excessive aromatic compounds may require VOC emission declarations

Ensure uniform particle size under 10mm to maintain 'sawdust' vs 'chip' distinction

Avoid consumer packaging that might classify as retail fuel under different quota restrictions

Cedar Sawdust Fuel from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4401.21.00.00