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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

Oak Weatherboard Shakes from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4418.50.00.50