Western Hemlock Pulpwood Logs from Japan
Rough hemlock logs, sapwood stripped and roughly squared, supplied to pulp mills for cellulose fiber extraction in papermaking. Fits HTS 4403.26.0108 as other coniferous pulpwood in untreated rough condition.
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
• Conduct species verification via botanical testing if mixed coniferous loads to ensure correct subheading
• Avoid bark residue exceeding minimal levels; presence of bark may trigger additional fumigation requirements
• Prepare volume measurements in cubic meters as customs often values pulpwood by bulk rather than piece count