Elm Chipwood for Particleboard from Japan
Nonconiferous elm wood chips and chipwood, roughly produced without turning, used as raw material for particleboard and MDF production. Qualifies under 4404.20.00 as chipwood and the like in unprepared form. Essential for engineered wood manufacturing.
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
• Volume declarations critical; chipwood often weighed, not counted
• Moisture testing required; over 25% may need drying declarations
• Prevent dust contamination to avoid hazardous material flags