Pitch Pine Rough Timber
Rough timber from Pitch pine (Pinus rigida), a Southern pine species, with a smallest cross-sectional dimension of 16 cm or more. The wood is in the rough state—unplaned and not further processed—which qualifies it for tariff item 4403.21.00 under the Customs Tariff of Canada.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the timber is treated with paint, stain, creosote or other preservatives
Treated wood in the rough falls under a different tariff item for preserved coniferous wood.
If the timber has been sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled
Once wood is sawn or further processed beyond the rough state, it is classified as lumber under heading 44.07.
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
• Ensure the smallest cross-sectional dimension is at least 15 cm and the wood is in the rough state (not planed or further worked)
• Have documentation proving the species is Pinus spp. to avoid reclassification
• Verify any phytosanitary requirements with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) before shipment
Related Products under Tariff item 4403.21.00
Bark-Free Pine Round Posts
Round pine (Pinus spp.) posts, stripped of bark, with a 15+ cm diameter, intended for gate or railing supports. These posts are in the rough state, not further worked beyond debarking. They are classified under tariff item 4403.21.00 as wood in the rough, coniferous pine, with a minimum cross-sectional dimension of 15 cm.
Bark-Free Ponderosa Pine Timbers 15.5cm x 4m
Bark-free, roughly squared Ponderosa pine timbers with a smallest cross-section of exactly 15.5 cm, intended for export. These timbers meet the dimension threshold and are in the rough state, classifiable under tariff item 4403.21.00.
Debarked Pine Fence Posts
Rough pine (Pinus spp.) fence posts with a minimum 15 cm cross-section, with sapwood removed, for agricultural fencing. These posts are in the rough state, only stripped of bark or sapwood. They fall under tariff item 4403.21.00 as wood in the rough, coniferous pine, with a cross-section of 15 cm or more.
Debarked Ponderosa Pine Timber 18in x 8in
Debarked Ponderosa pine timber, roughly squared with a smallest cross-section of 18 inches (45.7 cm), suitable for further milling. The timber is in the rough state, meeting the criteria for tariff item 4403.21.00.
Heavy Duty Pine Corner Fence Post 8x8x14
Extra-large rough pine post for fence corners, 8x8 inches by 14 feet, cross-section well over 15 cm, from Pinus radiata. This product falls under tariff item 4403.21.00 as pine wood in the rough, meeting the dimension requirement.
Loblolly Pine Rough Beams 16x30 cm
Roughly squared Loblolly pine (Pinus taeda) timbers with a smallest cross-sectional dimension of 16 cm, unplaned and in the rough state for heavy timber framing. This product falls under tariff item 4403.21.00 as it is pine wood in the rough, exceeding the 15 cm minimum dimension.