Oak Sawdust from Japan
Fine wood particles generated from sawing oak lumber in woodworking operations, classified under HTS 4401.41.00.00 as non-agglomerated sawdust. This byproduct is typically used for animal bedding, mulch, or as a component in particleboard production. It meets the definition of sawdust from mechanical wood processing without any binding or compression.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify moisture content below 20% to avoid reclassification as wet wood waste; provide mill certificates confirming origin and species
• Ensure documentation distinguishes sawdust from agglomerated pellets (4401.31) or chips (4401.21) to prevent misclassification