Bark-Stripped Fir Timbers from Japan
Heavy fir (Abies spp.) timbers in the rough, bark removed but sapwood intact, roughly squared for structural use. HTS 4403.24.0165 covers this as other fir rough wood.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'rough, coniferous fir' with moisture content readings to support classification
• Conduct pre-shipment inspections for squaring degree; excessive uniformity risks 4407 reclassification
• Obtain CITES permits if near-threatened Abies species to avoid customs delays