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%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
• 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