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Fluoro-Free Preserved Birch Roundwood from Japan

Birch roundwood treated with fluorine-free preservatives for pulpwood and specialty applications. Classified under HTS 4403.12.0060 nonconiferous rough other preserved. Meets European chemical regulations while maintaining treatment efficacy.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document fluorine-free certification for EU REACH compliance

• Specify intended end-use (pulp vs structural) for accurate classification

• Include bark adhesion specifications for processing compatibility