Aspen Fence Posts from Japan

Roughly squared posts from trembling aspen (Populus tremuloides), approximately 8 feet long and 4-6 inches square, used for agricultural and ranch fencing. Classified under HTS 4403.97.0026 as poplar/aspen posts in the rough, whether stripped of bark or not.

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

• Obtain origin certificates confirming Populus tremuloides to distinguish from other aspens that might classify differently

• Check for bark/sapwood removal compliance; incomplete stripping could trigger pest inspections

• Avoid bundling with metal hardware, as sets may reclassify under composite goods rules