Hemlock Firewood Billets
Western hemlock coniferous wood cut into short billets for efficient burning with low ash content. These billets are in a form similar to logs, intended for use as fuel in fireplaces or stoves, and are not further processed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the billets are sawn into lumber for construction
Sawn wood of hemlock-fir is classified under a different heading than fuel wood.
If the billets are chipped or ground
Wood in chips or particles is a separate tariff item from fuel wood in billet form.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the wood is from a coniferous species and not mixed with other types
• Provide a commercial invoice stating the product as fuel wood billets
• CBSA may require a fumigation certificate if the wood is not heat-treated
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