Redwood Deck Posts from Japan
Naturally durable redwood posts for deck and railing construction, rough sawn without treatments. HTS 4418.30.01.00 applies to these untreated posts and beams outside laminated or jointed subheadings. Popular for exterior durability.
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
• Document heartwood content for decay resistance claims; ensure square/rectangular cross-sections qualify as posts; check for CITES if old-growth sourcing