Pine End-Jointed Shelf Boards from Japan
Pine boards finger-jointed at ends with grooved shelf edges, planed for bookcase construction. Coniferous continuously shaped wood in 4409.10.90 'other' despite end-jointing. Longer clear spans than solid boards.
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
• Document finger-joint quality (no metal fasteners); measure groove for shelf standards
• Kiln-dry certification mandatory
• Test load-bearing capacity if structural claims made