Fir Pulpwood Billets
Rough fir pulpwood billets, with bark partially removed and cut to 3-5 feet lengths for pulpwood supply chains serving newsprint production. These billets are minimally processed and not stripped completely nor squared, fitting the description of other wood in the rough under 4403.99.00.
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 billets are reduced to chips or particles
Wood chips fall under heading 44.01, not rough wood.
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
• Confirm that the billets have not been squared or further processed, as this would change the tariff classification
• Keep records of the species mix if fir is blended with other conifers
• Check if a permit is needed under the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (WAPPRIITA) for certain species
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