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Southern Yellow Pine Piles from Japan

Heavy-duty coniferous piles from Southern yellow pine for foundation support in construction. Roughly shaped and pointed for driving into soil, not sawn lengthwise, precisely matching 4404.10.00.80 criteria. Used in marine and building pilings.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Provide engineering specs and load ratings in documentation to justify pile classification over lumber

Ensure no machine turning; hand-trimmed only to maintain rough pole status

Southern Yellow Pine Piles from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4404.10.00.80