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Pointed Acacia Fence Posts from Japan

Sawn acacia hardwood posts with chisel points for easy ground insertion in temporary fencing. HTS 4421.99.70.40 covers these as sawn pointed posts not assembled. Acacia provides tropical hardwood durability.

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

• Obtain CITES permits if acacia species listed (check Appendix II/III)

• Declare heartwood vs sapwood content for accurate species identification

• Apply wax ends immediately after sawing to prevent checking in transit