Pine Wood Wool Excelsior from Japan
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 — 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
• 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