Air Dried Iroko 6/4 Lumber
Air dried Iroko lumber, 6/4 thickness (nominal 1.5 inches), sawn lengthwise, for custom furniture. The traditional air drying method preserves the wood's natural color and stability, and the thickness exceeds 6 mm, qualifying it under tariff item 4407.28.00.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wood is not Iroko but another tropical species
Other tropical wood species fall under a different tariff item.
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 lumber is declared as sawn lengthwise with thickness exceeding 6 mm
• Provide a species certificate (Milicia excelsa) to confirm Iroko classification
• Verify moisture content to meet Canadian customs documentation standards
Related Products under Tariff item 4407.28.00
End-Jointed Iroko Finger-Joint Lumber
End-jointed Iroko lumber using finger-joint technology, thickness over 6 mm, planed for stability. The end-jointing process does not alter the wood's classification as sawn Iroko, and it remains within the scope of tariff item 4407.28.00.
FSC Certified Iroko Sawn Timber
FSC certified sawn Iroko timber exceeding 6 mm thickness, sourced sustainably for green building projects. The certification does not affect tariff classification, and the product remains sawn Iroko under tariff item 4407.28.00.
Iroko Boat Plank Lumber 40mm
Heavy 40 mm thick Iroko planks sawn for boat building, known for water resistance. The thickness far exceeds 6 mm, and the product is sawn lengthwise, qualifying under tariff item 4407.28.00.
Iroko Panel Stock 19mm
Wide sawn Iroko panel stock 19 mm thick for case goods and cabinetry. The product is sawn lengthwise and exceeds 6 mm, fitting tariff item 4407.28.00 for tropical Iroko wood.
Iroko Sawn Decking Boards
Lengthwise sawn Iroko decking boards over 6 mm thick, planed for outdoor use. The product is highly rot-resistant and fits tariff item 4407.28.00 as sawn tropical Iroko wood.
Iroko Sliced Flitch Panels 12mm
Iroko sliced flitch panels exceeding 6 mm thickness for further processing into veneer or panels. The product is sliced, not sawn, but still falls under tariff item 4407.28.00 as it is sliced lengthwise and exceeds 6 mm.