Rough Pitch Pine Beams 6x8 from Japan
Large 6x8 beams cut rough from Pitch pine (Pinus rigida), a southern yellow pine type, sawn lengthwise over 6 mm thick without sanding or jointing. Directly matches HTS 4407.11.0046 criteria for untreated rough coniferous wood of named species. Applied in bridge construction and heavy timbering.
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
• Verify beam dimensions exceed 6 mm thickness; dimensional lumber under may reclassify
• Secure chain of custody documentation tracing to US southern yellow pine regions
• Beware moisture-related mold; proper ventilation during transit prevents rejection