Rough Western Red Cedar Lumber 2x4 from Japan
Unplaned Western red cedar boards measuring 2 inches by 4 inches by various lengths, sawn lengthwise with thickness exceeding 6 mm. Classified under HTS 4407.19.00.68 as rough, untreated coniferous wood specifically Western red cedar, not further processed beyond sawing.
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 Western red cedar via phytosanitary certificate; ensure no chemical treatments to qualify as 'not treated'
• Document moisture content under 19% for ISPM 15 compliance if applicable
• Beware of edge-trimming which may reclassify as planed