Rough Hemlock Logs (Pure Species) from Mexico
Pure mountain hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) logs in rough state, stripped of loose bark but not squared, for export to sawmills. 4403.26.0165 as other coniferous, differentiated from mixed Hem-fir stands per subheading note.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.0110%Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Document pure species composition to avoid Hem-fir mixture classification
• Include fumigation certificates; hemlock susceptible to bark beetles requiring treatment
• Declare as 'not roughly squared' if only debarked to maintain accurate HTS placement