Pine Sawdust from Japan
Sawdust produced from pine wood sawmilling, a fine particulate waste not agglomerated, fitting HTS 4401.41.00.00. Commonly used in horse bedding, smokehouses for flavoring, or as filler in composites. Derived directly from mechanical processing without binders.
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 species certification as pine sawdust may qualify for lower duties under certain trade agreements like USMCA
• Package in bulk bags to maintain 'not agglomerated' status; retail packaging could risk reclassification