Fruitwood Mixed Briquettes from Japan
Briquettes from apple, cherry, and peach wood shavings blended for smoking fuels, agglomerated >25mm dimensions. Non-coniferous waste product under 4401.39.42 'other' agglomerated forms. Essential for BBQ and meat smoking.
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
• Food-grade certification often required; test for contaminants given smoking end-use
• Blend ratios in production records support 'mixed' declaration avoiding single-species headings
• Odor profiling can verify fruitwood origin during customs exam