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
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 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