Cypress Shingles from Japan
Bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) shingles renowned for rot resistance in swampy environments and historic restoration. Classified HTS 4418.50.0050 as 'other' shingles for specialized carpentry applications.
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
• Southern cypress origin certificates essential for authenticity
• High natural tannin content documented for durability claims
• Heartwood vs sapwood content affects valuation