Debarked Ash Flitches for Export

Ash (Fraxinus spp.) flitches with bark removed and roughly squared on two faces for stable shipping. HTS 4403.99.0140 covers this minimally processed rough ash lumber.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4407.13.00.00Same rate: 35%

If S-P-F species mix present

Spruce-pine-fir rough wood uses specific subheading per notes.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If further machined into shingles/shakes

Ash shingles become other builders' wood products.

4401.32.00.00Same rate: 35%

If agglomerated into qualifying briquettes

Ash sawdust/shavings into briquettes (>25mm dimension) uses briquette note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Debarking certificates prevent bark beetle quarantine issues

Wane allowance documentation critical for rough classification

Weight/volume declarations must match rough dimensions