Rough Hewn Western Red Cedar Logs from Japan
Coniferous logs from Western red cedar (Thuja plicata) that have been roughly squared but retain bark and sapwood in places, intended for further lumber processing. Classified under HTS 4403.26.0165 as 'other' coniferous wood in the rough, not meeting specific species subheadings like Douglas fir or S-P-F.
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 through botanical certification to avoid misclassification into species-specific subheadings
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming bark stripping compliance and freedom from pests under ISPM 15 standards
• Measure moisture content; wood over 19% MC may require kiln drying declarations to prevent duty adjustments