Western Red Cedar Logs from Japan
Rough-cut logs from Thuja plicata (Western Red Cedar), stripped of bark but not further processed, measuring over 6 inches in diameter. Classified under HTS 4403.26.0157 as 'other cedar' coniferous wood in the rough, suitable for lumber production or export as raw timber.
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
• Verify species identification via botanical certification to confirm cedar classification and avoid reclassification to other coniferous codes
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates proving bark/strip treatment per ISPM 15 to prevent pest quarantines at US ports
• Measure diameters precisely; logs under 6 inches may shift to HTS 4403.26.0045, altering duty rates