Stripped Pine Logs
Radiata pine logs from New Zealand, bark removed but sapwood intact, in cylindrical rough form for pulpwood. Although pine is coniferous, classified under 4403.99.01 as 'other wood in the rough' before any lengthwise sawing.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of fir or spruce (non-pine conifers)
Fir/spruce logs have specific coniferous subheading 4403.10 separate from pine/other.
If S-P-F pine sawn to specific thicknesses
S-P-F (spruce-pine-fir) mixes sawn over 6mm fall under 4407.13 per subheading note.
If fuelwood in logs exceeding 25cm diameter
Untreated coniferous logs sold primarily as fuel are classified under 4401.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm no lengthwise sawing occurred to maintain 4403 status vs 4407
• Obtain origin certificates as pine species affect quota restrictions
• Test for pitch pockets that could trigger additional fumigation protocols
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