Norwegian Spruce Logs from Mexico
Rough-cut logs from Picea abies sourced in Scandinavia, with smallest cross-sectional dimension exceeding 15 cm, stripped of bark but not further processed. Classified under HTS 4403.23.0135 as spruce (Picea spp.) wood in the rough for structural timber applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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 like spruce bark beetle; declare exact species via scientific name; verify cross-section measurements to avoid reclassification to smaller dimension subheadings