Spruce Sawdust from Japan
Fine particles generated from sawmilling spruce (Picea spp.) logs, a coniferous softwood, commonly burned as biomass fuel. Falls under HTS 4401.21.00.00 as coniferous wood waste in particle form, whether or not agglomerated but not meeting pellet/briquette specs.
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 sawmill origin certificates proving coniferous species to prevent misclassification as non-coniferous waste
• Screen for moisture content; excessive wetness may trigger agricultural treatment requirements
• Label clearly as 'fuel grade sawdust' to distinguish from animal bedding uses that might alter classification