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.

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.

4404.10.00Same rate: 35%

If hoop/pole grade with bark pockets

Cedar selected for hoops/poles with specific bark retention classifies under heading 4404.

4421.91.30.00Lower: 20.7% vs 35%

If cut to length for clothes pegs

Pre-cut cedar lengths specifically for peg manufacture become Chapter 44 articles.

4408.90.01Same rate: 35%

If suitable only for match splints

Cedar logs graded specifically for matches shift to heading 4408 match wood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

US-origin cedar still requires full import documentation if re-entering after foreign processing

Insect-repellent aroma documentation supports higher valuations for aromatic cedar

Avoid charring ends; carbonized ends may classify as partially charred wood