Kapur LVL Joists for Floor Systems from Japan
Kapur tropical hardwood veneered LVL joists engineered for floor and ceiling applications in commercial buildings. Falls under 4412.41.00.00 as LVL with tropical wood outer ply per official HTS definitions. Provides dimensional stability and resistance to warping.
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
• Ensure APA or equivalent structural grading stamps visible for US building code compliance
• Document tropical wood outer ply thickness and species in commercial invoice to prevent reclassification
• Beware of binder content exceeding limits that could shift classification to reconstituted wood panels