Coconut Shell Wood Charcoal Blend from Germany
Blended charcoal combining coconut shells and hardwood, primarily wood-based for grilling. Classifies under HTS 4402.90.01.00 as other wood charcoal if wood predominates, not purely shell. Non-agglomerated irregular pieces.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct material composition analysis if blend ratio nears 50/50 to confirm wood dominance
• Declare exact blend percentages to prevent default to 4402.10
• Check for FSC certification to ease environmental compliance