Rough Cedar Fence Post from Japan
Western red cedar (Thuja plicata) fence posts in the rough, bark removed and roughly squared, classified under coniferous fence posts per HTS 4403.26.0115. Used primarily for durable outdoor perimeter fencing with natural rot resistance.
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 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; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document species identification (cedar is coniferous) with botanical certificates to prevent misclassification
• Ensure posts measure standard fencing sizes (e.g
• 6-8 ft lengths) and remain roughly squared only
• Include phytosanitary certificates confirming no pests, especially for cedar susceptible to wood borers