Aspen Planed Lumber 2x4 Studs from Japan
Planed aspen (Populus tremula) lumber cut into 2x4 stud dimensions, end-jointed for stability, thickness over 6mm. Falls under HTS 4407.97.00.79 as 'other' Populus spp. wood, specifically aspen excluding cottonwood variants. Commonly used in interior framing and millwork.
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 moisture content documentation (<19% for kiln-dried); label as 'aspen' per species for customs; avoid bundling with finger-jointed pieces exceeding end-joint limits