Western Red Cedar Tongue and Groove Siding from Japan
Pre-shaped Western red cedar boards with tongue and groove profiles along the edges, typically used for exterior siding on homes and cabins. This falls under HTS 4409.10.90.20 as coniferous wood that is continuously shaped (tongued and grooved) along its edges and planed, specifically identified as Western red cedar.
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
• Verify species certification as Western red cedar (Thuja plicata) with botanical documentation; ensure moisture content labeling complies with ISPM 15 if fumigated; check for CITES restrictions on cedar species