Slash Pine Pulpwood Logs from Japan
Pinus elliottii slash pine logs harvested for pulp and paper, left in rough squared condition with bark patches. Fits HTS 4403.22.0130 as other pine logs and timber in the rough state.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.0110%Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Pulpwood requires specific fumigation protocols beyond standard phytosanitary certs
• Declare as 'not for sawmilling' to maintain lower rough wood classification
• Bundle sizes affect stowage; oversized loads trigger special handling fees