Peat Briquettes for Fuel from Japan

Compressed blocks of dried peat used primarily as a solid fuel for heating and cooking. These fall under HTS 6815.20.00.00 as articles of peat, specifically manufactured forms not classified elsewhere in the tariff schedule.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify peat content exceeds 50% by weight and obtain certificates of origin from peat-producing countries like Ireland or Canada

Ensure packaging complies with ISPM 15 for wooden pallets to avoid fumigation delays at customs

Declare as fuel articles to prevent misclassification as raw peat under agricultural headings

Peat Briquettes for Fuel from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 6815.20.00.00