Oak Wood Pellets from Japan
Cylindrical oak wood pellets made from sawdust and shavings of mechanical wood processing, compressed without exceeding 3% binder by weight. Diameter under 25mm and length under 100mm, qualifying as 'wood pellets' under subheading 4401.31 but classified here as 'other' agglomerated sawdust. Used primarily as eco-friendly fuel for pellet stoves and boilers.
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
• Verify binder content does not exceed 3% by weight with lab testing documentation to avoid reclassification
• Provide certificates of origin proving wood waste origin from mechanical processing or furniture-making industries
• Check for ISPM 15 compliance if pellets are used in packaging to prevent phytosanitary issues