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%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
• 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