Roughly Squared Ebony Logs from Japan
Gaboon ebony logs lightly squared by hand, bark removed, destined for musical instrument and carving applications. HTS 4403.99.01 covers this premium tropical hardwood in minimal processing state.
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
• Secure CITES Appendix II permits for Diospyros ebony species
• Document heartwood vs sapwood ratios for accurate valuation
• Avoid polishing surfaces to maintain 'rough' classification