4403.96.01.27/Rough Birch Timber Poles for Flagstaffs/Japan

Rough Birch Timber Poles for Flagstaffs from Japan

Tall, straight birch poles in rough state for flagpoles or masts, stripped of sapwood but unsquared. HTS 4403.96.0127 applies to these birch-derived poles and posts.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide photos or measurements showing round, rough profile

• Declare exact Betula species (e.g

• paper birch) for subheading precision

• Bundle securely but separately to avoid 'set' misclassification