Rough Spruce Timber Beam 20x20 cm from Japan
Unplaned spruce (Picea spp.) timber beam with smallest cross-sectional dimension of 20 cm, sourced from coniferous forests and roughly squared for structural use. Falls under HTS 4403.23.01 due to its fir/spruce species and dimension exceeding 15 cm, in rough state without further processing. Primarily used in heavy construction framing.
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
• Verify species certification via phytosanitary certificate to confirm Picea spp.; measure smallest cross-section accurately to avoid reclassification; ensure ISPM 15 compliance if kiln-dried beyond rough state