Pine Wood Wool Excelsior from China
Pine wood wool, also known as excelsior, consists of long, thin wood shavings produced by machine from pine wood blocks. It is classified under HTS 4405.00.00.00 as wood wool used primarily for packaging, stuffing, and animal bedding. The fibrous structure provides cushioning and is made without binders.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify wood species origin documentation to comply with phytosanitary requirements and avoid pest-related holds
• Ensure product meets excelsior definition (long shavings >15mm) to prevent reclassification as wood flour
• Provide mill certificates confirming no chemical treatments if destined for food packaging applications