Mixed Meranti Rough Sawn Billets from Japan
Billets of mixed Dark/Light Red Meranti and Bakau, roughly squared on two faces only. Remains under HTS 4403.41.00.00 as 'roughly squared' tropical wood, not fully sawn.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish 'roughly squared' vs 'sawn' via CBP rulings for correct heading
• Bundle logs securely to prevent shifting during ocean transit
• Maintain 10% moisture content records if kiln-dried minimally