Pine Wood Shavings Briquettes from Japan
Cubiform briquettes produced from pine sawmill shavings, compressed for efficient burning in wood stoves. Classified in HTS 4401.39.42.20 as 'other' agglomerated shavings waste, derived from mechanical wood processing by-products. Binder use is minimal to comply with fuel waste definitions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include mill certificates proving shavings from furniture/processing waste; test moisture content to avoid reclassification as unfinished wood
• Common pitfall: exceeding binder limits triggers chemical waste headings