Other
Fuel wood, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or in similar forms; wood in chips or particles; sawdust and wood waste and scrap, whether or not agglomerated in logs, briquettes, pellets or similar forms: > Sawdust and wood waste and scrap, not agglomerated: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 4401.49.00
Oak Sawdust
Fine particles of oak wood generated from sawmilling operations, classified under HTS 4401.49.00 as non-agglomerated sawdust and wood waste. This byproduct is commonly used for animal bedding, smoking meats, or as a raw material for further processing. It meets the 'other' category since it lacks the specific agglomeration for pellets or briquettes.
Pine Wood Chips
Coarse chips of pine wood from logging and processing operations, not agglomerated, falling under HTS 4401.49.00 as wood in chips or particles. Used for landscaping mulch, particleboard feedstock, or boiler fuel. Lacks the compression or binding required for pellet/briquette forms.
Mixed Hardwood Sawdust
Sawdust mixture from various hardwood species like maple and birch, non-agglomerated waste under HTS 4401.49.00. Ideal for composting, smokehouse use, or artisan crafts. Represents 'other' sawdust not meeting coniferous or agglomerated criteria.
Walnut Wood Shavings
Curled shavings from walnut woodworking, classified as non-agglomerated wood waste in HTS 4401.49.00. Popular for premium BBQ smoking and animal litter. Falls under 'other' due to non-compressed state and hardwood origin.
Birch Furniture Scrap
Irregular pieces and edge trimmings from birch furniture manufacturing, non-agglomerated under HTS 4401.49.00. Suitable for craft projects, mulch, or biomass fuel. Qualifies as 'wood waste and scrap' from transformation activities.
Cedar Wood Particles
Fine cedar particles from planer operations, non-agglomerated waste per HTS 4401.49.00. Valued for insect-repellent bedding and aromatic crafts. 'Other' category applies as it's neither coniferous chips nor formed fuel.
Mahogany Cutter Shavings
Shavings from machining mahogany components, fitting HTS 4401.49.00 as non-agglomerated tropical wood waste. Used in specialty smoking or high-end mulch. 'Other' due to lack of fuel agglomeration specs.
Poplar Sawmill Dust
Ultrafine dust collected from poplar sawmills, non-agglomerated under HTS 4401.49.00. Applied in particleboard production or as fertilizer base. Extremely fine particle size distinguishes it within 'sawdust and wood waste'.
Teak Wood Scrap
Assorted teak offcuts and broken pieces from boatbuilding, HTS 4401.49.00 non-agglomerated waste. Prized for outdoor furniture restoration. Tropical hardwood scrap without fuel forming.
Maple Planer Shavings
Ribbon-like shavings from maple flooring planers, under HTS 4401.49.00 as non-agglomerated wood waste. Excellent for bakery smoking and garden paths. Distinct from sawdust by formation method.
Cherry Wood Chips
Chunks from cherry cabinetry production, non-agglomerated HTS 4401.49.00 waste. Premium choice for fruitwood smoking. Irregular sizing prevents fuel form classification.
Ash Wood Faggots
Bundled twigs and small branches from ash tree management, loose form under HTS 4401.49.00. Traditional kindling or garden mulch material. Not logs/billets despite faggot bundling.
Elm Sawdust
Sawdust from elm lumber milling, HTS 4401.49.00 non-agglomerated waste. Used in brewing smoke or pottery kilns. Hardwood dust without forming agents.
Hickory Wood Waste
Mixed shavings, chips, and dust from hickory barrel making, under HTS 4401.49.00. Classic BBQ smoking wood. Composite waste stream without compression.
Beech Wood Scrap
Irregular beech pieces from steam bending operations, non-agglomerated HTS 4401.49.00. Used for chair making or fuel. European hardwood waste profile.