Paulownia Rough Logs from Japan
Unprocessed paulownia wood logs, stripped of bark but not squared, sourced from Paulownia spp. trees. Classified under HTS 4403.99.0175 as wood in the rough, specifically of paulownia species, intended for further processing into lumber or furniture. Meets criteria for 'in the rough' as it remains in its natural state post-harvest.
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
• Verify species certification as Paulownia spp. via phytosanitary certificates to confirm HTS 4403.99.0175 classification
• Ensure bark/sapwood removal documentation if stripped, avoiding reclassification to sawn wood under 4407
• Watch moisture content; overly dry wood may shift to kiln-dried categories