Unprocessed Birch Bole Sections from Japan
Bole sections of birch (Betula spp.) trees in rough state, minimally debarked for pulpwood or log home use. Covered by HTS 4403.96.0130 as other rough birch.
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
• Pulpwood imports need fiber content verification to prevent fuel wood confusion
• Large diameters (>25cm) must document as rough to avoid briquette/pellet misclass
• Chain of custody docs for sustainable birch sourcing per US regulations