Hemlock Construction Piles from Canada
Hem-fir mixed coniferous piles for temporary construction shoring and formwork. Roughly trimmed and pointed for soil penetration, not sawn lengthwise per 4404.10.00.80. Cost-effective for civil engineering projects.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Specify 'Hem-fir' mix in invoices if proportions unknown to match subheading notes
• Use moisture content tests; green wood qualifies better as rough poles
• Separate from sawn materials to prevent blended tariff averaging