Douglas Fir Shavings from China
Thin shavings from Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) planer operations, ideal for pellet mill feedstock or direct combustion. Coniferous particles qualify under HTS 4401.21.00.00 before agglomeration.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Maintain chain-of-custody records from planer mills to prove coniferous origin
• Monitor for metal contamination from saw blades, which affects downstream pellet quality
• Declare intended agglomeration status at entry to guide correct subheading selection