Quaking Aspen Pulpwood Bundles from Japan
Bundled rough bolts of quaking aspen from North American forests, standardized at 4-inch top diameter for efficient pulpwood transport and processing. Primarily used for high-brightness printing papers. HTS 4403.97.0022 covers aspen as Populus pulpwood.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure bundle counts and individual log measurements in entry docs for weight verification
• Apply USDA APHIS permits if from quarantined areas to address emerald ash borer proximity risks
• Avoid mixing species in loads; pure Populus maintains correct subheading classification