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U.S. imports of coniferous wood chips or particles (HS 440121) totaled $449K in June 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Coniferous Wood Chips or Particles paid $12K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 7.4% on $169K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: June 2026 dataConiferous wood chips and particles — derived from softwood species such as pine, spruce, and fir — are a primary feedstock for pulp and paper mills, particleboard manufacturers, and biomass energy producers. Mexico and Canada are the leading US import suppliers under this heading, with Portugal also a notable source. The single tariff line (4401210000) carries a free column-1 rate, so duty cost is not typically a driver of sourcing decisions; instead, moisture specifications, chip size consistency, and bark content are the key quality parameters negotiated between buyers and suppliers.
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US pulp mills generally specify chip thickness (commonly 3–8 mm), acceptable bark content percentages, moisture content ranges, and species composition. Oversized or undersized chips are often penalized in pricing, so exporters should confirm screen-size tolerances before shipment.
Yes. USDA APHIS regulates the importation of wood chips derived from raw wood to prevent the introduction of plant pests. Depending on the country of origin and species, chips may require heat treatment, fumigation, or other approved phytosanitary measures, and documentation must accompany the shipment.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4401210000 | WOOD IN CHIPS OR PARTICLES, CONIFEROUS | $449K | 2.78% | 37.73% | $12K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4401210000 | WOOD IN CHIPS OR PARTICLES, CONIFEROUS | $18.2M |
MIX SPF WOOD SAWN/CHIP LENGTHW,SLICED/PEEL,GT 6MM
HS 440713
OTHER ARTICLES OF WOOD, NESOI
HS 442199
PLYWD/ETC,NES,GT-1 OUT PLY NONCNF SPECES IN SUBHD
HS 441233
ORIENTED STRAND BOARD (OSB), OF WOOD
HS 441012
BUILDERS' JOINERY AND CARPENTRY OF WOOD, NESOI
HS 441899
OTHER CONIF WOOD, SAWN/CHIPED LENTGW, THKNS GT 6MM
HS 440719
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon | -- | $8.7M | +$8.7M |
| Unidentified | -- | $4.3M | +$4.3M |
| North Carolina | $80K | $3.0M | +$2.9M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| COOS BAY, OR | -- | $8.7M | +$8.7M |
| LOW VALUE | -- | $4.3M | +$4.3M |
| WILMINGTON, NC | $78K | $3.0M | +$2.9M |