Rough Western Red Cedar Fence Boards from Japan
Rough sawn Western red cedar boards for fencing applications, >6 mm thick, untreated coniferous wood sliced lengthwise. Classified HTS 4407.19.00.68 as rough, not treated Western red cedar.
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
• Edge-split verification to avoid planed classification; moisture meter readings at entry
• Bundle labeling must exclude treatment claims
• Consult CBP for picket pre-cutting