Cedar Aromatic Coffin from Japan
Cedar wood coffin valued for its natural insect-repellent aroma, used in burials. Classified in HTS 4421.20.2000 as other wooden coffins, leveraging the chapter note including woody materials like cedar. Simple rectangular form without furniture features.
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
• Cedar may qualify for reduced inspections due to natural properties; maintain chain-of-custody for species ID; pitfall: confusing with 4414 wooden frames changes duty rates