Southern Pine LVL Stud from Japan
Laminated veneered lumber stud with Southern pine coniferous outer veneers, designed for wall framing in construction. Falls under 4412.49.00.00 due to both outer plies being coniferous softwood in a laminated veneer structure. Provides superior strength-to-weight ratio over solid sawn lumber.
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
• Require grading stamps from accredited agencies like APA for structural integrity; comply with USDA APHIS for pine wood pests; avoid bulk packaging that could lead to 4418 reclassification