Oak Wood Shavings for Animal Bedding from Japan
Fine shavings produced from oak wood during lumber milling, used primarily as absorbent bedding for horses and livestock. Classified under HTS 4401.49.0020 as non-agglomerated wood shavings, distinct from sawdust or chips. Not compressed or bound, maintaining loose particle form for easy spreading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming heat treatment to ISPM 15 standards for agricultural use
• Document particle size and source to distinguish shavings from sawdust (4401.49.0040) or chips
• Verify no chemical treatments that could reclassify as hazardous waste under environmental regulations