Rough Red Oak Timber for Furniture Making
Unprocessed red oak timber blocks from Quercus rubra, with bark removed and roughly squared on two faces for transport stability. This product is classified under tariff item 4403.91.00 as wood in the rough of oak, prior to any kiln-drying or planing operations.
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 timber has been sawn or chipped lengthwise
Sawn or chipped oak wood is classified under heading 4407, not 4403.
If the wood is in chips or particles
Wood in chips or particles falls under heading 4401, not 4403.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the wood is free of bark and pests to meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import requirements
• Declare the wood as 'in the rough' and not further processed to qualify for this tariff item
• Verify the species (Quercus rubra) is accurately documented on the commercial invoice
Related Products under Tariff item 4403.91.00
Bark-On Red Oak Stumps for Veneer
Harvested red oak stumps (Quercus rubra) with bark intact, destined for rotary veneer peeling after import. The stumps are minimally processed and qualify as wood in the rough under tariff item 4403.91.00.
Burr Oak Figured Logs Quercus Macrocarpa
High-figure burr oak (Quercus macrocarpa) logs with knots and burls, roughly squared, destined for veneer production. This product is classified under tariff item 4403.91.00 as premium oak rough wood, not yet processed into veneer.
Burr Oak Quercus Macrocarpa Rough Wood
Burr oak (Quercus macrocarpa) logs featuring highly figured burls, in rough debarked condition, intended for veneer slicing. These logs have not been sawn, split, or further processed beyond bark removal, qualifying as wood in the rough under tariff item 4403.91.00.
Debarked Red Oak Butt Logs
Lower trunk sections of red oak trees (Quercus rubra), mechanically debarked for highest quality lumber yield. The logs remain in the rough state, not sawn or squared, and are classified under tariff item 4403.91.00.
Debarked White Oak Quercus Alba Logs
Rough white oak (Quercus alba) logs from North American forests, with sapwood removed and roughly squared on two faces for transport. The wood remains in the rough state, not sawn or further processed, and is classified under tariff item 4403.91.00.
Live Edge Oak Quercus Slabs Rough
Oak (Quercus spp.) slabs cut from logs retaining live edges, roughly hewn but not surfaced, ideal for live-edge furniture. These slabs are minimally processed and remain in the rough state, qualifying under tariff item 4403.91.00.