Other cedar
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: > Other cedar
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 4403.25.01.57
Western Red Cedar Logs
Rough-cut logs from Western red cedar (Thuja plicata) with smallest cross-sectional dimension exceeding 15 cm, sourced from Pacific Northwest forests. Classified under HTS 4403.25.01.57 as 'other cedar' coniferous wood in the rough, not stripped of bark or sapwood, used primarily for lumber production. Meets criteria for large-dimension cedar timber unfit for immediate use without further processing.
Alaska Yellow Cedar Timber
Rough-squared timber from Alaska yellow cedar (Cupressus nootkatensis) with cross-sections over 15 cm, typically bark-on from coastal harvesting. Falls under HTS 4403.25.01.57 as coniferous 'other cedar' logs and timber in the rough state. Ideal for boatbuilding and outdoor applications due to natural rot resistance.
Incense Cedar Rough Logs
Unprocessed logs of incense cedar (Calocedrus decurrens) with minimum 15 cm cross-sectional dimensions, sourced from California Sierra Nevada. HTS 4403.25.01.57 covers this as 'other cedar' coniferous wood in rough form, whether stripped or not. Commonly used for pencil slats and closet lining due to aromatic properties.
Port Orford Cedar Rough Timber
Roughly squared Port Orford cedar (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) timber exceeding 15 cm cross-section, harvested from Oregon coastal ranges. Classifies precisely under HTS 4403.25.01.57 for other coniferous cedar logs in the rough. Prized for durability in greenhouse construction and fine furniture.
Eastern Red Cedar Logs
Rough eastern red cedar (Juniperus virginiana) logs with cross-sections 15 cm or greater, from Appalachian hardwood forests. HTS 4403.25.01.57 applies as coniferous 'other cedar' in the rough, valued for aromatic fence posts and wardrobes. Typically imported bark-on for cost efficiency.
Aromatic Cedar Rough Timber
Rough-cut aromatic cedar timber (Juniperus spp.) with 15+ cm cross-sections, selected for moth-repellent properties in storage chests. Falls under HTS 4403.25.01.57 as other coniferous cedar logs and timber in rough condition. Sustainably harvested from managed southern US stands.