Southern Yellow Pine Logs

Rough-cut logs from Loblolly pine (Pinus taeda) with smallest cross-sectional dimension over 15 cm, stripped of bark but not further processed. Classified under HTS 4403.21.0120 as coniferous pine wood in the rough, specifically Southern yellow pine species.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4403.21.01Same rate: 35%

If smallest cross-section under 15 cm

Products with cross-sectional dimension less than 15 cm fall into the other pine rough wood subheading.

4407.13.00.00Same rate: 35%

If sawn or chipped lengthwise, thickness over 6mm

Once processed beyond rough state into sawn coniferous wood, it moves to Chapter 44 heading 4407.

4401Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fuelwood grade, not suitable for sawmilling

Rough coniferous wood primarily for fuel use is classified under fuel wood heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species documentation with botanical certificates confirming Pinus taeda to avoid reclassification

Measure smallest cross-sectional dimension precisely; under 15cm shifts to 4403.21.0100

Ensure phytosanitary certificates for bark/strip compliance to prevent quarantine issues