Rough Poplar Logs from Black Poplar from China
Unprocessed logs from Populus nigra (black poplar), stripped of bark but not squared, used primarily for pulpwood production. Classified under HTS 4403.97.0067 as 'other poplar' wood in the rough state, specifically from Populus species excluding aspen.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify species certification via phytosanitary certificates to confirm Populus nigra origin and compliance with ISPM 15 fumigation standards
• Declare exact moisture content and dimensions; exceeding rough-squared limits may reclassify to finished lumber under Chapter 44
• Avoid bark residue over 3% by volume to prevent pest interception and customs delays