Composite Deck Board Profiler from Japan
Milling machine for profiling WPC (wood-plastic composite) deck boards with tongue-and-groove edges and surface textures. HTS 8465.92.00 as it processes hard plastic composites similar to wood. Popular for outdoor decking production.
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
• WPC formulation ratios (50-70% wood fiber) documentation justifies hard material classification
• Abrasion-resistant cutters specification for composite wear properties
• UV stabilizer compatibility for outdoor composite applications