Hemlock Rebated Edge Cladding from Japan
Hemlock wood cladding boards with rebated (rabbeted) edges for shadow gap detailing in modern architecture. Continuously shaped coniferous strips, end-jointed and sanded, classified as other under HTS 4409.10.90.40.
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
• Specify rebate depth in documentation; shallow cuts may not qualify as continuous shaping
• Hem-Fir origin docs needed if mixed hemlock-fir stands to avoid 4407.14 disputes
• Ship unassembled only; pre-rabbeted panels for walls become 4418.40