Maple Sawdust from Japan
Fine particles and dust generated from machining nonconiferous maple wood in furniture or flooring production. Falls under HTS 4401.22.00.00 as nonconiferous wood particles/ sawdust, suitable for fuel, animal bedding, or composite materials.
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 lab analysis if dust contains binders to prevent misclassification as agglomerated products
• Screen for metal contaminants from sawing operations to meet import safety standards
• Label bags clearly as 'fuel grade sawdust' to avoid confusion with higher-value wood flour