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Rough Spruce Logs for Veneer Production

Picea spp. spruce logs in the rough state, stripped of bark, roughly squared for veneer slicing. Falls under HTS 4403.24.0165 as other coniferous spruce/fir rough wood, not stripped of all sapwood.

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.

4407.14.00.00Same rate: 35%

If hem-fir mixed species rather than pure spruce

Mixed hemlock-fir stands use specific 4407.14 for sawn products; rough precursors may align similarly.

4403.12.00Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If from Pinus spp. pine instead of spruce

Pine rough wood has dedicated subheadings separate from fir/spruce classifications.

4418Lower: 15.7% vs 35%

If further processed into wooden builders' joinery

Advanced processing beyond rough state moves to finished wood products in heading 4418.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide detailed species documentation (Picea spp.) and end-use statements to justify rough wood status

• Avoid over-squaring; dimensions must remain 'roughly squared' to prevent reclassification to sawn timber

• Include heat treatment certificates for ISPM 15 compliance if destined for packaging material production