Oak Weatherboard Shakes from Japan
Split oak shakes for timber framing and board-and-batten siding, providing distinctive grain pattern exposure. HTS 4418.50.0050 'other' for hardwood shakes used in traditional carpentry joinery.
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
• Quercus species verification prevents tropical hardwood restrictions
• Heavy weight requires reinforced packaging declarations
• Natural durability eliminates treatment needs