Sawn Birch Lumber 1x6 from Japan
Kiln-dried sawn birch lumber measuring 1 inch thick by 6 inches wide, planed and sanded for smooth finish, thickness exceeding 6mm. Classified under HTS 4407.96.0019 as sawn or chipped lengthwise birch wood (Betula spp.), not further worked beyond planing/sanding. Used primarily for interior furniture and cabinetry.
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
• Verify species certification as Betula spp. (birch) via phytosanitary certificate to avoid reclassification
• Document kiln-drying treatment (ISPM 15 compliant) for wooden packaging materials used in shipment
• Measure thickness precisely; if ≤6mm, shifts to 4408; declare exact dimensions on entry