Western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla)
Wood in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sap- wood, or roughly squared: > Other, coniferous: > Other, of which the smallest cross-sectional dimension is 15 cm or more > Logs and timber: > Western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla)
Duty Rate (from China)
Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 4403.25.01.50
Western Hemlock Construction Logs
Rough-cut logs from Western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) with smallest cross-sectional dimension exceeding 15 cm, sourced from Pacific Northwest forests. These are used primarily for structural lumber production after further processing. Classified under 4403.25.0150 due to species specification, coniferous nature, and large cross-section meeting 'logs and timber' criteria.
Western Hemlock Veneer Logs
High-quality Western hemlock logs selected for rotary peeling into thin veneers, with cross-sections over 15 cm and rough-squared surfaces. Ideal for plywood manufacturing due to straight grain and light color. Fits 4403.25.0150 as unprocessed coniferous timber of specified species and dimension.
Western Hemlock Pole Timber
Straight Western hemlock logs over 15 cm cross-section, roughly squared for utility pole production before peeling and treatment. Sourced from managed stands in Washington and Oregon. Meets 4403.25.0150 for large-dimension coniferous rough wood of this hemlock species.
Western Hemlock Export Grade Timber
Premium rough Western hemlock logs with 15+ cm cross-sections, stripped of bark for overseas sawmills producing framing lumber. Known for stability in construction applications. Precisely matches 4403.25.0150 criteria for species, coniferous, and size.
Western Hemlock Siding Logs
Rough hemlock logs optimized for siding/trim lumber, featuring clear grain and large 15+ cm dimensions. Delivered bark-stripped to mills for resawing. Classifies in 4403.25.0150 as qualifying coniferous rough timber.