Rough Birch Pile Drivers from Japan
Long, straight birch logs used as piles for foundation support in construction, in rough form with bark possibly removed. Falls under HTS 4403.96.0127 as birch piles from rough wood.
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
• Include engineering specs showing use as piles to support classification
• Comply with USDA bark beetle restrictions for northern birch species
• Measure diameters pre-shipment to confirm they fit 'poles, piles, posts' dimensions