Sawn Butternut Lumber from Japan
Butternut (white walnut) sawn lengthwise >6mm for custom furniture and cabinetry. HTS 4407.99.02 other nonconiferous. Creamy color with subtle grain.
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
• Rare species; provide harvest location docs for traceability
• Air dry slowly to prevent honeycombing in thick stock
• Market as 'sustainable' with FSC chain-of-custody certs