Chestnut Tramline Sleepers from Japan
Rot-resistant American chestnut wood sleepers for heritage tram restoration projects. Untreated natural durability qualifies as nonconiferous railway sleepers under HTS 4406.92.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Historical wood may require additional cultural heritage export permits
• Even untreated, must be kiln-dried to prevent pest introduction
• Distinguish from furniture blanks by rail-specific adze marks and dimensions