Birch Construction Piles
Heavy-duty birch piles (Betula spp.) with a 15 cm or greater cross-section, in rough form for foundation work in building construction. These piles are classified under tariff item 4403.95.00 as wood in the rough, specifically birch of the specified size.
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 piles are of a different wood species
Other rough wood piles are classified under different subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the piles are not treated with preservatives, as treated wood may fall under other headings
• Provide dimensions and species information for customs clearance
• Ensure compliance with Canadian construction standards for imported wood products
Related Products under Tariff item 4403.95.00
Birch Dock Piling
Rough birch pilings (Betula spp.) exceeding 15 cm cross-section for marine dock and pier construction. These unprocessed poles qualify under tariff item 4403.95.00 as wood in the rough of birch with the required minimum dimension.
Birch Fence Posts
Rough birch posts from Betula species with a minimum 15 cm cross-section, used for agricultural or property fencing. Supplied in the rough, possibly debarked, these posts are classified under tariff item 4403.95.00 as wood in the rough of birch.
Birch Firewood Rounds 18cm Diameter
Rough-cut birch rounds from Betula spp. with an 18 cm diameter cross-section, minimally processed by debarking for use as fireplace or stove fuel. These rounds are classified under tariff item 4403.95.00 as wood in the rough of birch with the specified size.
Birch Logs for Veneer Production
Rough-cut birch (Betula spp.) logs with a minimum cross-sectional dimension of 15 cm, stripped of bark but not further processed. These logs are classified as wood in the rough under tariff item 4403.95.00, which covers birch wood of this size that has not been sawn, planed, or otherwise worked beyond stripping bark or sapwood.
Birch Round Poles
Debarked round birch poles from Betula spp. with a minimum 15 cm diameter cross-section, for general utility and support uses. These poles are wood in the rough under tariff item 4403.95.00, meeting the size and species requirements.
Birch Roundwood for Pulpwood
Birch roundwood (Betula spp.) with a minimum cross-sectional dimension of 15 cm, destined for pulp mills. The wood is in the rough state, either unstripped or partially debarked, and qualifies under tariff item 4403.95.00 as wood in the rough of birch with the specified size.