Alaska Yellow Cedar Rough Logs

Rough logs of Callitropsis nootkatensis from Pacific Northwest, minimally squared, valued for boatbuilding and decking. HTS 4403.26.0157 covers this as 'other cedar' coniferous wood in the rough state.

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 historical classification as Alaskan Cedar

Previously under 4403.25 Alaskan cedar; taxonomic updates may apply depending on CBP rulings.

4403.26.01Same rate: 35%

If log diameter 6 inches or less

Smaller diameter cedar logs specifically classify under 4403.26.0045 statistical suffix.

4412.31Lower: 18% vs 35%

If further processed into plywood logs

Cedar logs prepared specifically for plywood manufacture shift to heading 4412.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include CITES documentation if logs exceed sustainable harvest thresholds for Cupressaceae species

Measure cross-sections accurately; smallest dimension ≤15cm may classify under smaller log subheadings

Segregate from hemlock/fir mixes; contamination risks 'Hem-fir' reclassification under 4407.14