Aspen Sawn Stair Treads from Japan
Populus grandidentata aspen sawn to 38 mm thick x 250 mm wide stair tread blanks, sanded. Classifies HTS 4407.97.00 as sawn aspen lumber exceeding 6 mm, planed permitted. Uniform color ideal for painted interior staircases.
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
• Rip to consistent widths ±1 mm; stair builders reject taper over 2 mm per tread
• Crown measurement max 3 mm across width to prevent rocking installation issues
• Micro-bevel nosing edges at origin saves 40% secondary machining costs