Pine Wood Shavings from Germany
Coarse shavings from pine lumber milling operations, not agglomerated. Falls under HTS 4401.49.00.90 as non-agglomerated coniferous wood waste and scrap. Commonly used for horse bedding and landscaping mulch.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify shavings are from untreated pine to avoid pesticide residue inspections
• Package in ventilated bags to prevent mold; include airflow specifications in documentation
• Check for bark content as excessive bark may reclassify as lower-value fuel wood