Mesquite Wood Charcoal
Charcoal produced from mesquite wood, known for its strong smoky flavor in outdoor cooking. Classified under HTS 4402.90.01.00 as other non-agglomerated wood charcoal, distinct from uniform shapes or briquettes. Made via carbonization without mechanical compression.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If derived from nut shells rather than mesquite wood
Nut/shell charcoal is distinctly separated in 4402.10 from wood charcoal.
If chemically activated for filtration
Activated carbon prepared for purifying falls under chemical preparations in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide origin certificates specifying mesquite species to avoid reclassification as mixed wood
• Test for moisture content below 20% to confirm it's charcoal, not raw fuelwood
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