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Micro-Grooved Teak Dowel Pins from Japan

Teak dowel pins with fine micro-grooves and hand-sanded finish for marine joinery. Advanced micro-grooving qualifies under HTS 4421.99.20.00. Resistant to moisture for boat building applications.

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

• Teak requires specific CITES Appendix II permits regardless of processing

• Document salt-water resistance testing if claiming special properties

• Avoid oil impregnation pre-import to prevent chemical treatment code