Jatoba V-Jointed Siding from Japan
Jatoba (Brazilian cherry) siding with V-jointed edges and chamfered faces for traditional board-and-batten exteriors. Tropical hardwood continuously shaped along edges, kiln-dried. HTS 4409.22.10.00 for tropical wood siding.
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
• Color consistency certificates prevent disputes over species identification
• Confirm moisture content below 19% to qualify as 'seasoned' wood
• Separate sample boards for CBP examination to verify profiling