Oak Firewood Logs
Oak firewood logs are bundles of seasoned oak wood cut into logs, typically 12-18 inches long, used for residential fireplaces and wood stoves. As non-coniferous fuel wood in log form, they are classified under tariff item 4401.12.00, which covers non-coniferous fuel wood in logs, billets, twigs, faggots, or similar forms.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the logs are processed into wood chips
Wood in chips or particles is classified under a different subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the oak logs are free from bark and pests, as CFIA may require treatment or a phytosanitary certificate
• Classify them as non-coniferous fuel wood in log form, not as timber, to ensure correct duty application
• Keep documentation of the wood's origin and species for customs inspection
Related Products under Tariff item 4401.12.00
Ash Firewood Billets
Split ash wood billets are cut and split lengths of non-coniferous hardwood intended for use as fuel in forges, fireplaces, and home heating. As fuel wood in billet form from a deciduous tree, they fall squarely under tariff item 4401.12.00, which covers non-coniferous fuel wood in logs, billets, twigs, faggots, or similar forms.
Birch Faggots for Outdoor Fires
Birch faggots are bundles of twigs and small branches from birch trees, a non-coniferous species, tied together for use as kindling or fire starters. They are classified under tariff item 4401.12.00 as non-coniferous fuel wood in twigs or faggots form, as the chapter note extends the scope to similar woody materials.
Cherry Wood Fire Logs
Cherry wood fire logs are kiln-dried logs from cherry trees, a non-coniferous hardwood, intended for use as fuel in fireplaces and pizza ovens. As fuel wood in log form from a non-coniferous species, they are classified under tariff item 4401.12.00, which covers non-coniferous fuel wood in logs, billets, twigs, faggots, or similar forms.
Hickory Fuel Wood Twigs
Hickory fuel wood twigs are loose or bundled twigs from hickory trees, a non-coniferous hardwood, used for slow-burning fires in barbecues and smokers. They are classified under tariff item 4401.12.00 as non-coniferous fuel wood in twig form, as the heading covers fuel wood in various forms including twigs.
Maple Billets for Campfires
Maple billets for campfires are short, split lengths of maple wood, a non-coniferous hardwood, measuring 6-12 inches and bundled for easy transport. As fuel wood in billet form from a non-coniferous species, they fall under tariff item 4401.12.00, which covers non-coniferous fuel wood in logs, billets, twigs, faggots, or similar forms.
Poplar Faggot Bundles
Poplar faggot bundles are compressed bundles of poplar twigs and small branches used as kindling for wood stoves. As non-coniferous fuel wood in faggot form, they are classified under tariff item 4401.12.00, which covers non-coniferous fuel wood in twigs, faggots, or similar forms.