Debarked Yellow Poplar Rough Timber from Japan
Yellow poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) wood in the rough state, debarked and roughly squared for kiln drying preparation. Fits HTS 4403.97.0065 as other poplar/aspen wood specifically yellow poplar, not further manufactured.
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%
Import Tips
• Include detailed invoices specifying dimensions and moisture content to distinguish from sawn lumber
• Obtain ISPM 15 certification if logs will be heat-treated during import processing
• Avoid bark residue exceeding 5% surface area to maintain 'stripped of bark' classification