Western Red Cedar Handsawn Shingles from Japan
Traditional handsawn shingles from western red cedar blocks, offering irregular taper for premium architectural authenticity. HTS 4418.50.0010 designates these as shingles of the specified cedar species.
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
• Artisanal production requires artisan/workshop origin certificates
• Higher defect tolerance; detail allowable knots/splits
• Insure against breakage due to irregular shapes