Mixed Hardwood Shavings Logs from China
Compressed log-shaped agglomerates from mixed hardwood shavings for fireplace fuel. HTS 4401.39.42.20 covers these as 'similar forms' of agglomerated shavings scrap from wood industries. Ensures efficient storage and combustion as biomass fuel.
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
• Document species mix if known to prevent misrouting to coniferous subheadings; ensure no metal contaminants from processing
• Pitfall: retail packaging may trigger 4419 consumer goods classification