Green Ash Rough Squares for Tool Handles from Japan
Fresh-cut green ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica) roughly squared blocks, high moisture content for axe and tool handle production. Precisely matches HTS 4403.99.0140 definition for ash rough wood.
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
• Document high moisture content (>30%) accurately to justify rough classification
• Separate from dried wood shipments to avoid averaging moisture claims
• Phytosanitary certificates mandatory due to ash borer quarantine risks