Furniture Frame Refinishing Components from Japan
US-made wooden furniture frames exported for specialized sanding, staining, and finishing processes. Components receive environmental testing and quality assurance before re-export. 9813.00.05.40 covers domestically manufactured articles for processing.
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
• Document wood species certification and original US manufacturing records
• Specify finishing schedules and color matching requirements in processing contracts
• Coordinate climate-controlled storage during processing to prevent warping