Douglas Fir Shingles from Japan
Tapered sawn shingles from Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii), common in Pacific Northwest construction for roofing and siding. HTS 4418.50.0050 'other' category for these builders' shakes and shingles.
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
• Obtain SFI or FSC chain-of-custody certification for sustainable sourcing verification
• Measure taper accurately (3/8" butt to 1/8" tip) to distinguish from shingle tiles
• Bundle counts must match declared quantities precisely