Beech Pulpwood Logs Large from Japan
Large diameter beech (Fagus spp.) logs for pulp and paper production, cross-section over 15 cm, bark stripped. HTS 4403.93.01.00 covers this rough state wood. Sourced from managed European forests.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Pulpwood requires specific volume measurement by cubic meter for duty calculation
• Include pulp yield estimates in commercial invoice for valuation purposes
• Test for bark content; over 3% may trigger additional fumigation requirements