Birch Roundwood for Pulpwood from Japan
Unstripped or partially debarked birch roundwood (Betula spp.), diameter 15 cm minimum cross-section, destined for pulp mills. HTS 4403.95.01 covers this large-dimension birch in rough state.
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
• Phytosanitary certificates mandatory for roundwood to certify pest-free status
• Declare intended end-use as pulpwood to support rough classification
• Bundle securely; loose logs may trigger additional handling fees