Planed Alder Lumber
Planed alder lumber consists of red alder boards sawn to a thickness exceeding 6 mm, planed and sanded for use in cabinet doors and millwork. This product falls under tariff item 4407.99.00 as 'other' non-coniferous wood, sawn or chipped lengthwise, planed or sanded. Alder is a temperate hardwood, and the processing is limited to planing and sanding, which is permitted under this heading.
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 lumber is of ash (Fraxinus spp.)
Ash has its own tariff item, so alder would not be classified there.
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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 the wood is red alder (Alnus rubra) and not another species that may have a specific tariff item
• Ensure the lumber is not profiled or further worked beyond planing and sanding
• Have the thickness documented to prove it exceeds 6 mm
Related Products under Tariff item 4407.99.00
End-Jointed Poplar Lumber
End-jointed poplar lumber consists of yellow poplar boards sawn to a thickness exceeding 6 mm, with finger joints for length stability and a sanded surface. This product falls under tariff item 4407.99.00 as 'other' non-coniferous wood, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed or sanded, not further worked. The end-jointing is a permitted operation that does not change the essential character of the wood.
Mixed Species Hardwood Lumber
Mixed species hardwood lumber consists of assorted temperate hardwoods such as oak, maple, and cherry, sawn to a thickness exceeding 6 mm, kiln-dried, and planed. This product is classified under tariff item 4407.99.00 as 'other' non-coniferous wood, sawn or chipped lengthwise, planed or sanded. The mixture of species does not prevent classification under this item as long as the wood is not further worked.
Planed Black Locust Lumber
Planed black locust lumber consists of black locust boards sawn to a thickness exceeding 6 mm, planed for use in decking, fence posts, and boatbuilding. This product is classified under tariff item 4407.99.00 as 'other' non-coniferous wood, sawn or chipped lengthwise, planed or sanded. Black locust is a temperate hardwood known for its durability and rot resistance.
Planed Elm Lumber
Planed elm lumber consists of rock elm boards sawn to a thickness exceeding 6 mm, planed for use in wagon wheels, barrels, and flooring. This product falls under tariff item 4407.99.00 as 'other' non-coniferous wood, sawn or chipped lengthwise, planed or sanded. Elm's interlocked grain resists splitting, making it suitable for these applications.
Planed Maple Hardwood Boards
Planed maple hardwood boards consist of northern hardwood maple boards sliced lengthwise, planed, sanded, and exceeding 6 mm in thickness for cabinetry. This product is classified under tariff item 4407.99.00 as 'other' non-coniferous wood, sawn or chipped lengthwise, planed or sanded. The processing is limited to planing and sanding, which is permitted under this heading.
Sanded Basswood Lumber
Sanded basswood lumber consists of basswood boards sawn to a thickness exceeding 6 mm, sanded smooth for carving, model making, and pattern stock. This product falls under tariff item 4407.99.00 as 'other' non-coniferous wood, sawn or chipped lengthwise, planed or sanded. Basswood is a soft hardwood with low density, making it easy to carve.