Hem-Fir Mixed Species Fence Post

Mixed hemlock-fir fence posts from Hem-fir stands where species proportion varies, roughly squared per Chapter 44 notes. Classified as coniferous fence posts under HTS 4403.26.0115 for rough wood.

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 in sawn/chip form from same Hem-fir source

Sawn Hem-fir lumber has dedicated subheading vs. rough posts.

4401.32.00.00Same rate: 35%

If processed into wood briquettes

Hem-fir sawdust/shavings agglomerated per subheading note become briquettes.

4418.40.00.00Higher: 38.2% vs 35%

If shaped into posts with decorative profiles

Machined decorative posts become wooden columns/structural elements.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Reference Chapter Note for 'Hem-fir' mixed stands documentation; proportion unknown is acceptable

Segregate from pure species posts to maintain accurate HTS statistical reporting

Inspect for consistent rough squaring across mixed species bundles