Cottonwood Sawn Boards Excluded Variant
Sawn cottonwood (Populus deltoides) boards, planed, 12mm thick for crafting. While Populus spp., these boards are classified under tariff item 4407.97.00 as wood of poplar (Populus spp.), which includes cottonwood.
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 wood is not of poplar or aspen species
Covers other non-coniferous sawn wood not specified in 4407.97.
If the boards are sliced into veneer sheets under 6 mm
Veneer sheets under 6 mm thickness are classified under heading 4408.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as sawn wood of poplar under 4407.97.00, as cottonwood is a species of Populus
• Provide CBSA with the species name (Populus deltoides) for verification
• Ensure the boards are not treated with chemicals that may require additional permits
Related Products under Tariff item 4407.97.00
Aspen Peeled Veneer Lumber Sheets
Peeled aspen sheets, 10mm thick, sanded for face framing. These sheets are classified under tariff item 4407.97.00 as wood of poplar (Populus spp.), specifically aspen, with thickness exceeding 6 mm, used in decorative panel overlays.
Aspen Planed Edge-Glued Panels
Edge-glued and end-jointed panels made from aspen (Populus tremula), sanded smooth with a thickness of 19 mm. These panels are used as tabletop blanks and qualify under tariff item 4407.97.00 as sawn or peeled aspen wood exceeding 6 mm in thickness, with end-jointing permitted.
Aspen Planed Lumber 2x4 Studs
Planned aspen (Populus tremula) lumber cut into 2x4 stud dimensions, end-jointed for stability, thickness over 6mm. This product falls under tariff item 4407.97.00 as wood of poplar (Populus spp.), specifically aspen.
Aspen Sawn Drawer Sides 12 mm Thick
Kiln-dried aspen (Populus tremula) sawn to 12 mm thickness for furniture drawer sides, planed smooth. This product meets the criteria of tariff item 4407.97.00 as sawn aspen lumber exceeding 6 mm, with planing permitted.
Aspen Sawn Stair Treads
Aspen (Populus grandidentata) sawn stair tread blanks, 38 mm thick and 250 mm wide, sanded. These blanks qualify under tariff item 4407.97.00 as sawn aspen lumber exceeding 6 mm, with sanding permitted.
Aspen Sliced Tabletop Blanks
Quartersawn aspen (Populus tremula) sliced into 20 mm thick matched panels for round tabletop blanks, sanded. These panels qualify under tariff item 4407.97.00 as sliced aspen wood exceeding 6 mm, with sanding permitted.