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Thuja Plicata Timber Beams 18in x 24in

Roughly squared timber beams from Western red cedar with cross-sections over 15 cm, suitable for outdoor decking. HTS 4403.25.0155 covers this unprocessed coniferous wood specifically identified as Thuja plicata.

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.

4403.25.01Same rate: 35%

If sourced from Eastern regions but still cedar

Eastern red cedar has a separate statistical breakout within the same size category.

4401.31.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If processed into wood pellets

Agglomerated by-products like sawdust from cedar processing fall under fuel pellets subheading.

4418Lower: 15.7% vs 35%

If further manufactured into joinery like doors

Assembled wooden joinery products shift to heading 4418 regardless of wood species.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use ISPM 15 compliant heat treatment for bark-stripped logs to prevent quarantine issues

• Document chain of custody proving Western red cedar origin to match statistical reporting

• Avoid over-debarking; excessive processing risks reclassification as sawn lumber