Thuja Plicata Shingle Blocks from Japan
Rough blocks cut from Western red cedar bolts, sized for shingle saws, bark removed but surfaces irregular. Fits HTS 4403.26.0155 criteria for unsquared logs and timber of this coniferous species. Essential raw material for cedar roof shingles.
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
• Specify 'shingle block' grade on commercial invoice; ensure no sapwood remaining per buyer specs; prepare for fumigation if shipping to restricted areas