Moso Bamboo Lump Charcoal from Japan
Lump charcoal from carbonized moso bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis), non-agglomerated for premium grilling with long burn time. HTS 4402.10.00.00 applies as unagglomerated bamboo wood charcoal per chapter notes including woody bamboo materials. Favored for flavor-neutral smoke in steakhouses.
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
• Specify moso bamboo species in invoices to leverage lower duties vs tropical hardwoods
• Test for moisture content under 15% to pass customs flammability checks