Western Red Cedar Fence Pickets from China
Pointed coniferous wood pickets made from Western red cedar, designed specifically for constructing privacy fences. These pickets are roughly shaped with pointed ends but not sawn lengthwise, fitting 4404.10.0040 as coniferous fence pickets. They provide natural durability and resistance to decay for outdoor fencing applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species certification as coniferous (e.g
• cedar) to avoid reclassification; ensure no lengthwise sawing for proper 4404 status
• Provide phytosanitary certificates to meet ISPM 15 fumigation rules for wood imports