Teak Wood Waste Pellets from Japan
Pellets manufactured from teak furniture-making shavings and sawdust, compressed for marine boiler fuel, tropical non-coniferous. 4401.39.42 classification for agglomerated exotic wood waste. High calorific value for industrial use.
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
• Origin certificates critical for tropical species; verify against Lacey Act declarations
• Moisture content specs (<10%) standard for fuel pellets—test reports speed clearance
• Maritime packaging (bags on pallets) needs proper ventilation declaration