Cedar Tongue-and-Groove Siding from Japan
Western red cedar siding planks feature V-jointed and grooved edges for seamless exterior cladding, sourced from coniferous trees. Planed surfaces and precise profiling qualify under HTS 4409.10.10 for coniferous wood siding. Ideal for weather-resistant home exteriors.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for cedar to meet ISPM 15 standards; measure groove depth to prove continuous shaping; watch for moisture content declarations over 19% triggering different treatment