Loblolly Pine Pulpwood Logs from Japan
Rough loblolly pine logs from southern US plantations, debarked and cut to pulp mill specs (40-50 inch lengths), destined for kraft pulp. Classified HTS 4403.99.0123 as coniferous pulpwood in the rough state. No further processing beyond rough cutting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.0110%Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Southern pine species need DNA or visual ID certification; misID leads to hardwood reclass
• Transport in ventilated containers to prevent mold; common rejection reason
• Declare exact volume in cubic meters; weight-based duties can surprise if undeclared