Laminated Hem-Fir Railroad Sleepers from Japan
Engineered laminated sleepers from hem-fir (mixed hemlock and fir) coniferous veneers, offering superior stability over solid wood. Classified under HTS 4406.91.00.00 for coniferous railway sleepers despite lamination. Used in high-speed rail demanding precision.
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
• Provide lamination specs showing outer plies are coniferous; ensure glue meets ANSI standards; declare as sleepers not 'other laminated wood' articles