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Almond Shell Compressed Charcoal from Japan

Compressed charcoal blocks from almond shells, used in blacksmith forges and metalworking. HTS 4402.20.00.00 for nut shell charcoal agglomerated by compression per chapter notes. High heat output and longevity.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Certify compression ratio under 3% binder to stay within shell charcoal specs

Package in heat-resistant bags for forge temperatures

Declare end-use as industrial to qualify for potential duty reductions

Almond Shell Compressed Charcoal from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4402.20.00.00