Beech Wood Turning Blanks from Japan
Square sawn beech blocks 100 mm thick for lathe turning into table legs, classified HTS 4407.92.00.00 as basic sawn stock >6 mm. Kiln-dried and wax-sealed ends.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Wax ends immediately post-kiln to prevent checking; document process
• Sort by grain straightness for turning quality claims
• Declare maximum dimensions; oversized may face valuation scrutiny