Western Fir Tight Barrelheads from Japan
Circular barrelheads from Western fir softwood, grooved for perfect tight seal in rainwater collection vats. Under HTS 4416.00.60 for softwood tight barrelheads in coopers' trade. Meets Chapter 44 woody material reference.
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
• Include groove dimension specs in technical drawings for customs
• Ensure food-contact safe if for consumables; FDA compliance docs needed
• Kiln-dried certification prevents warp claims during import