Notched Utility Wall Studs
Pre-cut Hem-Fir studs with double notches for top and bottom plates plus wiring chases, designed for modular wall framing in tract housing. These notched features make them builders' joinery, classifiable under tariff item 4418.99.00 as other wood carpentry.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3% | — | 3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the studs are un-notched and simply cut to length
Plain Hem-Fir lumber falls under 4407.14, not as joinery.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the Hem-Fir species mix as per subheading note 4 to avoid classification issues
• Confirm the notches are pre-cut for specific purposes (e.g
• wiring) to support the joinery classification
• Provide CBSA with installation instructions showing the studs are ready for wall assembly
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