Densified Pine Strip for Architectural Molding from Japan
Compressed pine wood strips densified for interior crown molding profiles, offering hardwood-like durability. Classified in HTS 4413.00.00.00 as densified wood in profile shapes for building applications.
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
• Softwood densification rare but valid; prove process exceeds normal pine density substantially
• Profile must be uniform extrusion-like shape, not custom milled lumber
• Softwood lumber duties may apply additionally under separate quotas