Pine Tight Barrelheads for Whiskey Aging from Japan
Circular pine wood barrelheads designed for tight barrels used in whiskey maturation, featuring precisely fitted joints to ensure an airtight seal. Classified under HTS 4416.00.60.30 as new tight barrelheads of softwood (pine), essential parts for coopers' products like oak barrels. These resist liquid leakage during long-term spirit aging.
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
• Verify softwood species (e.g
• pine, spruce) via phytosanitary certificates to meet ISPM 15 standards and avoid reclassification
• Document as 'new tight barrelheads' with precise dimensions and moisture content to prevent customs disputes over fitness for tight cooperage
• Pair with matching staves under 4416.00.60.10; inspect for kiln-drying certificates to comply with fumigation rules