Planed Maple Hardwood Boards from Japan
Northern hardwood maple boards sliced lengthwise, planed, sanded, exceeding 6mm thickness for cabinetry. HTS 4407.99.02 covers non-coniferous temperate hardwoods processed short of profiling. End-jointed options available for stability.
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
• Label with precise moisture content (typically 6-9%) to meet building code standards
• Use NAICS codes for furniture-grade lumber to qualify for potential duty preferences
• Avoid end-jointing if exporting to EU; some markets prefer solid sawn over finger-jointed