Fir Fence Post 4x4x8 from Japan
Rough-cut fir fence post measuring 4 inches by 4 inches by 8 feet, sourced from Abies spp., with smallest cross-sectional dimension exceeding 15 cm. Designed specifically for agricultural and property fencing applications. Classified under HTS 4403.23.0115 due to its coniferous origin, rough state, and fence post designation.
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
9903.03.060%Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species certification as fir (Abies spp.) or spruce (Picea spp.) via phytosanitary certificate to meet 4403.23 requirements
• Measure smallest cross-sectional dimension precisely (must be 15cm+) before shipment to avoid reclassification
• Include ISPM 15 treatment documentation if heat-treated to prevent pest issues at US ports