Rough Slash Pine Timbers 4x6 from Japan
Heavy 4x6 timbers rough sawn from Slash pine (Pinus elliottii), a designated southern yellow pine, lengthwise sliced with thickness exceeding 6 mm and no end-jointing or surfacing. Classified precisely under HTS 4407.11.0046 for its untreated rough coniferous pine profile. Used in structural beams and heavy framing.
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
• Measure thickness pre-import to confirm >6 mm; thinner stock may fall under plywood or veneer headings
• Use ISPM 15 compliant packaging for shipping to prevent quarantine issues with rough lumber
• Label shipments clearly as 'rough southern yellow pine' with species list to facilitate customs review