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Rough Sawn Yellow Poplar Flitch

Single-cut flitch boards from yellow poplar logs (Liriodendron tulipifera), retaining rough exterior surfaces. HTS 4403.97.0065 covers this as wood in the rough of specific yellow poplar species.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4407.99.02Same rate: 37.5%

If thickness >6mm and all surfaces sawn

Becomes 'sawn or chipped lengthwise' timber under different Chapter 44 heading.

4408.31.01Lower: 25% vs 37.5%

If dark red meranti misidentified

Tropical hardwood veneer logs have separate tropical species classifications.

4413.00.00.00Higher: 41.2% vs 37.5%

If densified or chemically treated

Any density or impregnation processing creates different wood products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label each flitch with log source ID for traceability in supply chain audits

• Ensure wane (rounded bark edges) present to prove 'rough' status vs finished lumber

• Bundle securely to prevent shifting during ocean transport - common damage claim