4409.29.61.00/Plain Maple Wood Dowel Rods/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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