Wood Chippers for Log Processing from Germany
Industrial wood chippers designed to split and chip large logs into small wood chips for pulp production or biomass fuel. Classified under HTS 8465.96.0025 as splitting, slicing, or paring machines specifically for woodworking, focusing on chip production from hard wood materials.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify machine is dedicated to woodworking with documentation showing primary use on wood, cork, or hard plastics to avoid reclassification
• Include technical specs confirming chipper function (splitting/slicing) and obtain manufacturer's declaration for HTS 8465 applicability
• Check for dual-use features; if adaptable for metalworking, it may shift to Chapter 84 heading 8465.10