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Kiln-Dried Yellow Poplar Studs 2x4x10 from Japan

Kiln-dried to 8-12% MC, sawn yellow poplar studs nominally 2x4x10 feet, end-trimmed and planed. HTS 4407.97.00.72 applies to this sawn, processed Liriodendron tulipifera lumber over 6 mm thick.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include kiln-drying schedule docs; importers often audited for moisture misrepresentation

• Confirm no bevels or profiles; dimensional lumber stays 4407, profiled goes 4418

• Bundle securely; loose boards risk damage claims affecting duty assessments