Radiata Pine Pulpwood Logs from Germany
Rough-cut logs from Radiata Pine (Pinus radiata) specifically harvested and prepared for pulp and paper production. These coniferous logs are stripped of bark but not further processed, measuring typically 10-20 feet in length with diameters of 6-12 inches. Classified under HTS 4403.22.0108 as 'pulpwood' of pine species due to their primary end use in wood pulp manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.0110%Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming no pests or diseases, as required for coniferous wood imports under ISPM 15 standards
• Verify species identification through botanical documentation to ensure classification as Pinus spp. pulpwood
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as sawn lumber, which shifts to Chapter 44 headings 4407+