Plain Maple Wood Dowel Rods from Japan
Smooth, cylindrical maple hardwood dowel rods continuously shaped for doweling joints in high-end furniture and musical instruments. These plain nonconiferous rods are sanded but not painted or profiled beyond basic rounding, matching 4409.29.61.00 criteria.
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
• Use ISPM-15 compliant fumigation certs for wooden products to meet phytosanitary import requirements
• Avoid bundling with tools or hardware to prevent set classification under different headings
• Document moisture content under 20% to confirm kiln-dried status for plain wood imports