Cypress Shakes from Japan
Hand-split bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) shakes, naturally rot-resistant without chemical treatment. These shakes are used for roofing, siding, and decorative applications. They fall under tariff item 4418.50.00 as wood shakes.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify that the cypress shakes are free from bark and pests to meet CBSA and CFIA entry requirements
• Include the botanical name (Taxodium distichum) on the commercial invoice
• Check if a permit is needed for wood products under the Canadian Plant Protection Act