Debarked Ponderosa Pine Rounds from Japan
Ponderosa pine (Pinus ponderosa) rounds stripped of bark, in rough cylindrical form for further processing. Classified as other coniferous under 4403.26.01, not meeting S-P-F mixed stand criteria.
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
• Use dendrochronology reports if species disputed to confirm non-S-P-F status
• Ensure no squaring exceeds 'roughly squared'; precise measurements prevent 4407 shift
• Bulk shipments need stowage plans to avoid moisture damage affecting valuation