Jatoba Tropical Wood Chair Rail Molding from Japan
Jatoba standard chair rail molding continuously V-jointed and beaded along faces for wall protection trim. Classified as tropical nonconiferous standard wood molding under HTS 4409.22.40.00 due to its machined profile and wood origin.
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
• Label bundles clearly with HTS code and dimensions to facilitate customs processing
• Test for binder content as agglomerated tropical wood could shift to fuel pellet headings
• Document end-use as decorative trim to distinguish from structural lumber