Molded Cedar Dowel Rods Sanded 3/8 Inch x 72 Inch from Japan
Aromatic western red cedar dowel rods, molded with rounded profiles, sanded to 220 grit, and lightly grooved for closet rods and garden stakes. Meets HTS 4409.10.65.00 criteria for coniferous, shaped, and advanced sanded dowels. Moth-repellent properties make them ideal for wardrobes.
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
• Test for natural oils/content in cedar to ensure no chemical treatments shifting to 4418 painted/stained wood
• Declare exact length/diameter per rod for statistical suffixes; bundles over 100 rods may need aggregation
• Comply with CITES if any endangered conifer species misrepresented as cedar