Bark-Stripped Spruce Timber from Japan
Rough spruce timber from Picea species, roughly squared on two sides for handling, intended for sawmills. Falls under HTS 4403.26.0164 as other coniferous logs not qualifying for excluded species or sizes.
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
• Ensure ISPM 15 compliance for any wooden packaging used in shipment
• Document moisture content below 20% to prevent pest issues at entry
• Avoid over-squaring; measurements over 8 inches squared sides risk sawn classification