Laminated Pine Shuttering Boards from Japan
Laminated wooden boards made from pine, engineered for use as shuttering in concrete formwork systems. These boards feature waterproof coatings and tongue-and-groove edges for secure assembly, falling under HTS 4418.40.00.00 due to their dedicated role in supporting concrete during construction.
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
• Provide evidence of lamination process and concrete-specific coatings to distinguish from general lumber
• Ensure shipping manifests specify 'formwork shuttering' to prevent customs misclassification as sawn wood
• Test for binder content if agglomerated; over 3% may affect related fuel product classifications