HS Code for Agglomerated wood fuel

This HS code specifically covers wood intended for fuel that has been agglomerated into logs or similar forms, primarily from sawdust, wood waste, and scrap. The key characteristic for classification is the source material (wood waste) and the agglomerated form, which consolidates loose wood particles into a denser, more manageable fuel product. This process enhances combustion efficiency, reduces storage space, and provides a sustainable use for wood by-products. The crucial distinction within this code is the exclusion of "wood pellets or wood briquettes," which are classified under other specific subheadings within 44013. This code targets larger, less uniform agglomerated forms, often resembling natural logs.

Products Included

• Agglomerated sawdust logs
• Wood waste logs for fuel
• Scrap wood agglomerated into fuel forms (excluding pellets/briquettes)
• Compressed wood fuel blocks (not pellets/briquettes)

Common Misclassification

440131 (Wood pellets): This is a common point of confusion. Wood pellets are distinct due to their small, uniform, cylindrical shape and specific manufacturing process. If the agglomerated wood fuel is in pellet form, it falls under 440131.
440132 (Wood briquettes): Similar to pellets, wood briquettes are typically larger than pellets but still have a defined, often rectangular or cylindrical, shape produced under high pressure. If the agglomerated wood fuel is in briquette form, it falls under 440132. Code 440139 is for other agglomerated forms, often less uniform or larger than typical briquettes.
440110 (Fuel wood in logs, billets, etc.): This code covers natural wood in its raw form, such as split logs or branches, not agglomerated from waste materials.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Agglomerated wood fuel (excluding pellets/briquettes)?

The Harmonized System (HS) code for agglomerated wood fuel, specifically those made from sawdust and wood waste agglomerated into logs or similar forms (but not pellets or briquettes), is 440139.

What types of wood fuel are excluded from HS code 440139?

HS code 440139 specifically excludes wood pellets (classified under 440131) and wood briquettes (classified under 440132). These exclusions are based on the specific form and manufacturing process, which differentiate them from other agglomerated wood fuel products.