Kempas Sliding Window Frame from Japan
Sliding window frames made from Kempas (Koompassia malaccensis), a dense tropical hardwood from Southeast Asia. These frames are pre-assembled for horizontal sliding windows and qualify as tropical wood builders' joinery under tariff item 4418.11.10.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
6%
Import Tips
• Ensure the Kempas wood is properly dried to prevent moisture-related issues during transport
• Declare the exact species and use the correct HS code on the bill of lading
• Be aware that some tropical woods require phytosanitary certificates