Used Teak Pickle Tub from Japan
Food-safe 30-gallon teak tub previously used for fermentation of fermented vegetables, naturally antimicrobial. Classified under HTS 4416.00.90.40 as used wooden cooper's vat for food processing.
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
• Microbiological swabbing certificates prove safe for food re-use
• CITES permit mandatory for teak species import regardless of used status
• Declare fermentation history to preempt biotech import scrutiny