Aromatic Eastern Red Cedar Timber
Rough squared timber from Juniperus virginiana, bark removed, used for closets and insect-repellent applications. Falls under HTS 4403.26.0157 as coniferous 'other cedar' wood in the rough, whether stripped or roughly squared.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If identified as non-coniferous cedar species
True Cedrus species (non-coniferous) like Deodar Cedar classify under 4403.29, changing from coniferous heading.
If shaped into veneer logs
Cedar logs specifically prepared for veneer production shift to heading 4408 for sheets/veneer logs.
If roughly shaped into cellular wood panels
Pre-formed cedar rough cellular blocks for reconstruction classify under 4418, not raw rough wood.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide scientific name documentation (Juniperus virginiana) as Eastern Red Cedar is technically a juniper but classified as cedar
• Declare moisture content; green timber over 19% MC may require kiln-drying certificates for certain ports
• Avoid bundling with finished products; mixed shipments risk reclassification as Chapter 44 sets
Related Products under HTS 4403.26.01.57
Western Red Cedar Logs
Rough-cut logs from Thuja plicata (Western Red Cedar), stripped of bark but not further processed, measuring over 6 inches in diameter. Classified under HTS 4403.26.0157 as 'other cedar' coniferous wood in the rough, suitable for lumber production or export as raw timber.
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.
Canadian Western Red Cedar Rounds
Thuja plicata round logs from British Columbia, bark intact or stripped, destined for shingle mills. Perfectly matches HTS 4403.26.0157 definition of other cedar logs and timber.
Ozark Red Cedar Rough Timber
Juniperus virginiana from Missouri Ozarks, roughly squared for rustic fencing and novelty items. HTS 4403.26.0157 designation for US-grown coniferous cedar in the rough.
Incense Cedar Timber Rough
Calocedrus decurrens rough-cut timber, bark-stripped, prized for pencil cores and fencing. Classified HTS 4403.26.0157 as other coniferous cedar in rough form, not squared beyond minimal processing.
Portuguese Cedar Lumber Logs
Juniperus oxycedrus logs imported from Mediterranean sources, rough squared for cabinetry. HTS 4403.26.0157 applies to this coniferous cedar species in untreated rough condition.