4401.32.00.00 - Wood briquettes

This HTS category, 4401.32.00.00, specifically covers wood briquettes. Wood briquettes are compressed blocks or cylinders of wood waste, such as sawdust, shavings, or wood chips, that have been agglomerated under pressure, often with the addition of a binder, to form a solid fuel source. They are characterized by their uniform shape and density, designed for efficient burning in stoves, fireplaces, or industrial furnaces.

This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 4401.31.00.00, which pertains to wood pellets. While both are agglomerated wood waste forms, pellets are typically smaller, cylindrical, and have a distinct pelletized shape with a characteristic diameter. Wood briquettes, on the other hand, are generally larger and can come in various cylindrical or rectangular shapes, offering a different burning profile and handling experience compared to pellets.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS system, there are no further subcategories under 4401.32.00.00. Therefore, the classification of wood briquettes is finalized at this level, emphasizing their form as compressed agglomerates of wood waste intended for fuel purposes, differentiating them from other forms of processed wood fuel such as pellets.