Patagonian Walnut Ipé End-Jointed Decking Strips from Japan
Patagonian walnut (Ipé) decking strips with end-jointed matching, grooved for outdoor use, sanded finish. HTS 4409.22.0520 covers this end-shaped tropical flooring wood.
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
• Specify outdoor treatment (none for natural Ipé) to avoid chemical classification
• Use heat-treated pallets for shipping to meet phytosanitary standards
• Provide density specs (around 1050 kg/m³) for valuation consistency