Mixed Eucalyptus Saligna Rough Rounds from China
Rough round logs from Eucalyptus saligna hybrids, not squared, with sapwood intact for pulpwood use. Qualifies under HTS 4403.98.0095 as other eucalyptus rough wood per chapter note including woody materials.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'rough, unsawn' to Customs to prevent 4407 lumber valuation
• Include plantation origin certificates for traceability amid deforestation regulations
• Test for binder content if any agglomeration suspected, avoiding 4401 pellet misclass