Rough Yellow Poplar Turnery Blanks from Japan
Squared blanks from yellow poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) prepared for lathe turning into tool handles. HTS 4403.97.0065 as rough wood prior to turning operations.
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
• Cut blanks slightly oversize to allow for turning material loss
• Mark grain direction on each blank for optimal tool handle strength
• Dry to 12-15% MC before turning to prevent warping