Subalpine Fir Timber 18cm
Subalpine fir (Abies lasiocarpa) timber logs, rough-cut, 18 cm cross-section, from Rocky Mountain regions for beam production. Qualifies under HTS 4403.23.0142 'other fir' coniferous rough wood.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If hemlock-fir mixed stands
Hem-fir combinations have dedicated subheadings per chapter notes.
If agglomerated into briquettes
Fir sawdust/by-products compressed into large briquettes classify as fuel.
If manufactured into match splints
Processed fir wood into specific articles like splints changes to Chapter 44 end products.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Species ID via botanical experts; subalpine fir often mistaken for hemlock
• Declare exact dimensions on commercial invoice; customs measures independently
• Monitor for pests like spruce beetle; fumigation certificates essential
Related Products under HTS 4403.23.01.42
Balsam Fir Logs 20cm Diameter
Rough-cut balsam fir logs sourced from North American forests, with a minimum cross-sectional dimension exceeding 15 cm, stripped of bark but not further processed. These fall under HTS 4403.23.0142 as 'other fir; balsam' coniferous wood in the rough, suitable for sawmills or construction timber.
Noble Fir Timber Rough Squared
Roughly squared noble fir (Abies procera) timber beams from Pacific Northwest, minimum 18 cm cross-section, used for structural framing. Classified under HTS 4403.23.0142 as 'other fir' coniferous wood in the rough, not kiln-dried or planed.
Fraser Fir Construction Logs
Fraser fir (Abies fraseri) logs in the rough, bark-stripped, 16 cm minimum diameter, intended for heavy timber construction. HTS 4403.23.0142 applies to these 'other fir; balsam' coniferous logs meeting the large cross-section criteria.
Balsam Fir Export Timbers 22cm
Canadian balsam fir timbers in rough form, sapwood removed, 22 cm cross-section, for export to sawmills. Fits HTS 4403.23.0142 as large-dimension 'other fir; balsam' coniferous wood not yet squared finely.
Grand Fir Rough Sawn Logs
Grand fir (Abies grandis) logs, roughly squared with 15.5 cm minimum cross-section, bark-free for furniture-grade processing. HTS 4403.23.0142 covers these as 'other fir' in the rough state.