Finger-Jointed Hem-Fir Beam 4x8 from Japan
Non-SPF Hem-fir sawn beam 4x8 inches, finger-jointed for extended length and strength, thickness over 6mm. Falls under HTS 4407.19.00.01 as other coniferous finger-jointed lumber. Used in residential and commercial construction headers.
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
9903.03.060%Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify Hem-fir origin excluding S-P-F mixes to justify 'other' classification; provide species verification
• Comply with US building standards (e.g
• SPIB grading) and include grade stamps on each piece
• Watch for fumigation requirements; untreated wood may be rejected at ports