Oak Shiplap Siding Planks from Japan
Oak shiplap siding planks with rebated edges for overlapping installation, providing weather-resistant exterior cladding. These are nonconiferous hardwood boards continuously shaped, V-jointed, and end-jointed, meeting the precise definition of wood siding in HTS 4409.29.11.00.
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
• Provide detailed edge profiling specs (rebated/shiplap) in commercial invoices to support siding classification
• Conduct moisture content testing; ensure under 19% to avoid fumigation requirements
• Avoid bundling with trim pieces that could trigger set classification under different headings