Western Red Cedar Shingles from Japan
Thin, rectangular wooden shingles made from Western red cedar (Thuja plicata), typically 16-24 inches long and tapered for overlapping installation. Used primarily for roofing and siding on residential homes. Classified under HTS 4418.50.00 as finished shingles produced by splitting or sawing wood.
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
• Verify species certification (e.g
• PEFC or FSC) as many markets require sustainable sourcing documentation for cedar products
• Check for proper thickness grading (e.g
• #1 blue label) to avoid reclassification as waste or scrap under 4401
• Ensure bundles are securely packaged for ocean freight to prevent breakage during transit