Cedar Wood Shavings for Pet Bedding

Aromatic red cedar shavings from milling aromatic softwoods, used in pet bedding to repel insects naturally. HTS 4401.49.0020 covers these non-agglomerated shavings as wood waste from processing. Natural oils provide flea and moth repellent properties.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 35%

If marketed primarily as insect repellent

Plants/mats with insecticidal properties may classify under vegetable materials.

4401.32.00Same rate: 35%

If formed into large briquettes >25mm cross-section

Briquetted shavings meeting size criteria shift to wood briquettes subheading.

4701.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If for mechanical wood pulp production

Cedar waste destined for pulp classified under wood pulp preparation headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide essential oil content analysis if marketing repellent properties

Ensure shavings meet FDA contact safety standards for animal use

Separate from agglomerated forms to maintain 4401.49 classification

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