Cedar Fence Palings from Japan
Pointed cedar palings roughly trimmed from nonconiferous wood, used as vertical slats in privacy fences. These are not turned, bent, or sawn lengthwise, maintaining a natural split-pole appearance ideal for rustic fencing. HTS 4404.20.00.40 covers these as nonconiferous fence palings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed invoices specifying 'rough pointed palings' to distinguish from finished lumber and secure correct duty
• Check for kiln-drying certificates; excessive processing could shift classification to dried sawn wood
• Avoid bundling with hardware; sets may trigger essential character rules under other headings