Rough Red Oak Timber for Furniture Making from Japan
Unprocessed red oak timber blocks from Quercus rubra, bark-removed and roughly squared on two faces for stability during transport. Fits HTS 4403.91.0020 as rough wood of red oak, prior to kiln-drying or planing.
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
• Declare exact moisture content; over 19% confirms 'in the rough' status
• Use ISPM 15 compliant packaging to prevent quarantine issues with oak material
• Document chain of custody to prove not stripped of sapwood beyond note allowances