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Poplar Wood Shavings for Biomass Fuel from Japan

High-BTU poplar shavings from fast-growth plantation wood, used in biomass heating systems. Low ash content, fast ignition. HTS 4401.49.0020 as loose non-agglomerated shavings suitable for bulk fuel handling.

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

Provide calorific value testing for fuel quality verification

Ensure moisture <15% to prevent spontaneous combustion declarations

Specify non-protected species for unrestricted importation