Loblolly Pine Framing Lumber from Japan
Sawn framing lumber from Pinus taeda (loblolly pine), 2x10 size (38x235mm), kiln-dried untreated. HTS 4407.11.0053 for other sawn coniferous pine over 6mm thickness.
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
• Loblolly common in Southern US; verify origin to avoid quota issues
• Include span tables or engineering data for structural claims
• Watch for heartwood/sapwood ratio affecting grade classification