Beechwood Creosote from Japan
Beechwood creosote is a distillate from beech wood tar, historically used as an antiseptic and wood preservative before modern regulations. Classified under HTS 3807.00.00.00 as wood creosote, it differs from coal-tar creosote by its vegetable origin. Primarily used today in niche restoration projects.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA approvals for preservative use in the US; label clearly to distinguish from coal-tar creosote; test for purity to avoid reclassification as mixed residues