Rough Birch Lumber for Furniture
Unplaned birch wood (Betula spp.) logs that have been roughly squared but not further processed, sourced from sustainable forests. These logs are in the rough state, not stripped to sapwood, and are classified under tariff item 4403.96.00 as other birch wood in the rough.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the logs are not sawn or planed, as that would reclassify them under heading 44.07
• Provide CBSA with documentation of the rough state and species
• Verify any Canadian import permits for sustainable wood products
Related Products under Tariff item 4403.96.00
Betula spp. Round Posts for Vineyard Supports
Rough birch round posts, 7-10 feet tall, for supporting grapevines in vineyards. These posts are in the rough state, not further processed beyond stripping bark, and are classified under tariff item 4403.96.00 as other birch wood in the rough.
Birch Fence Posts in the Rough
Unprocessed birch wood posts, roughly 8-12 feet long and 4-6 inches diameter, for agricultural fencing. These posts are in the rough state, without squaring or finishing, and are classified under tariff item 4403.96.00 as other birch wood in the rough.
Birch Firewood Logs Untreated
Rough-cut birch (Betula spp.) logs with bark partially removed and roughly squared ends, intended for use as firewood. These logs are in the rough state, not further processed beyond stripping bark or sapwood, and are classified under tariff item 4403.96.00 as other birch wood in the rough.
Birch Rough Cant Blocks
Roughly hewn birch (Betula spp.) cant blocks from logs, with sapwood stripped for structural timber production. The blocks are in the rough state, not further processed beyond hewing and bark removal, and are classified under tariff item 4403.96.00 as other birch wood in the rough.
Birch Rough Slabs for Resawing
Thick birch (Betula spp.) slabs roughly squared for resawing into boards, retaining natural rough surfaces. These slabs are in the rough state, not further processed beyond squaring, and are classified under tariff item 4403.96.00 as other birch wood in the rough.
Birch Rough Timber for Flooring
Rough sawn birch (Betula spp.) timber beams squared for eventual flooring planks, retaining bark traces. These beams are in the rough state, not further processed beyond squaring, and are classified under tariff item 4403.96.00 as other birch wood in the rough.