Rough Douglas-Fir Lumber 4x4 from Japan
Rough-sawn Douglas-fir lumber measuring 3.5 inches square (8.9 cm x 8.9 cm x variable length), with minimum dimension of 8.9 cm exceeding 5.1 cm but classified under this subheading for specific thin dimension cuts. Sourced from Pseudotsuga menziesii, untreated, sawn lengthwise without planing or end-jointing. Used primarily for framing in construction where precise sizing is not required.
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
• Verify species certification as Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) via botanical documentation to avoid reclassification; measure minimum cross-sectional dimension accurately before shipment; declare as 'rough' without sanding or planing to qualify under this subheading