Western Hemlock Veneer Logs from Japan
High-quality Western hemlock logs selected for rotary peeling into thin veneers, with cross-sections over 15 cm and rough-squared surfaces. Ideal for plywood manufacturing due to straight grain and light color. Fits 4403.25.0150 as unprocessed coniferous timber of specified species and dimension.
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 aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify veneer-quality grade in commercial invoice to justify valuation; mismatches lead to customs disputes
• Ensure bark-free or stripped per subheading allowance; residual bark triggers additional inspections
• Pair with mill certificates showing moisture content <19% to prevent mold claims during transit