Western Red Alder Quarter-Sawn Boards from Japan
Quarter-sawn western red alder boards sliced lengthwise for ray fleck pattern, planed thickness exceeding 6mm. HTS 4407.99.0263 applies to this premium sawn hardwood processing. Used in musical instruments and architectural joinery.
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
• Botanical lab certification recommended for quarter-sawn verification; comply with Lacey Act declarations; package to prevent warp during transit