Pine Sawdust Briquettes from Japan
Cubiform briquettes compressed from pine sawdust generated in sawmills, agglomerated with minimal binder for fireplace and stove fuel. Meets 4401.32 definition but specified as sawdust under this code due to processing origin. Ideal for efficient, low-ash burning in residential heating.
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
• Include production process affidavits confirming sawdust from mechanical processing or furniture-making
• Measure cross-sectional dimensions carefully; >25mm confirms briquette status but ensure sawdust purity
• Avoid mislabeling as pellets; briquettes trigger different statistical reporting under this HTS