Aspen Sawn Drawer Sides 12 mm Thick from Japan
Kiln-dried aspen (Populus tremula) sawn to 12 mm x 100 mm x 500 mm for furniture drawer sides, planed smooth. Fits HTS 4407.97.00 as sawn poplar/aspen lumber exceeding 6 mm, end-jointed optional. Dimensionally stable for cabinet hardware applications.
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
• Specify exact dimensions on commercial invoice; variances over 0.5 mm trigger re-measurement
• Use moisture meters at origin; US importers reject above 12% MC for warp prevention
• Stack with stickers for air circulation during ocean transit to prevent staining