Rough Sitka Spruce 4x4 Posts from Japan
Square rough-sawn Sitka spruce posts, 4x4 inches, thickness exceeding 6 mm, from Picea sitchensis, untreated. Classified in HTS 4407.12.0017 as rough coniferous spruce lumber, suited for fencing or structural posts.
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
• Label bundles clearly with HTS code and species; inspect for bark remnants that could trigger phytosanitary issues; calculate duties based on actual vs nominal dimensions