European Beech Round Logs from China
Unprocessed Fagus sylvatica logs from Europe, bark removed, smallest cross-section exceeding 15 cm. Fits HTS 4403.93.01.00 for rough beech wood not squared or further milled. Commonly exported for cabinetry and flooring production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm bark/sapwood removal meets US customs 'roughly squared' tolerances to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed mill certificates showing Fagus spp. origin and no chemical treatment
• Watch for volumetric weight calculations on large logs affecting duty assessments