Other
Hoopwood; split poles; piles, pickets and stakes of wood, pointed but not sawn lengthwise; wooden sticks, roughly trimmed but not turned, bent or otherwise worked, suitable for the manufacture of walking-sticks, umbrellas, tool handles or the like; chipwood and the like: > Nonconiferous > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 4404.20.00.90
Oak Hoopwood for Barrel Making
Rough-cut oak wood hoops used in traditional barrel and cask construction. These are nonconiferous hoopwood pieces that are split and minimally processed, not sawn lengthwise, fitting 4404.20.00.90 as hoopwood for cooperage. They require no further turning or bending.
Ash Split Poles for Fence Posts
Split ash wood poles, pointed at one end but not sawn lengthwise, used primarily for rural fencing. As nonconiferous split poles under 4404.20.00.90, they remain roughly shaped without machine planing. Ideal for agricultural and garden applications.
Hickory Wooden Walking Stick Blanks
Roughly trimmed hickory sticks, not turned or bent, designed for crafting walking sticks. These nonconiferous wood sticks fit 4404.20.00.90 due to minimal processing suitable for further manufacture. Commonly sourced from American hardwood forests.
Elm Chipwood for Mulch Production
Chipped elm wood in rough form, known as chipwood, used as raw material for garden mulch. Classified under 4404.20.00.90 as nonconiferous chipwood and the like, without agglomeration or further processing. Provides natural weed suppression in landscaping.
Walnut Tool Handle Blanks
Roughly squared walnut wood blanks suitable for axe or hammer handles, pointed but not sawn lengthwise. These nonconiferous sticks under 4404.20.00.90 are minimally worked for manufacture. Prized for strength in woodworking tools.
Maple Pickets for Garden Stakes
Pointed maple wood pickets, split and roughly trimmed, used as garden stakes for supporting plants. Fits 4404.20.00.90 as nonconiferous piles, pickets, and stakes not sawn lengthwise. Biodegradable alternative to metal supports.
Cherry Umbrella Stick Rough Stock
Roughly trimmed cherry wood sticks for umbrella frame manufacture, not bent or turned. Classified in 4404.20.00.90 as nonconiferous wooden sticks suitable for umbrellas. Provides durable, aesthetic cores for high-end umbrellas.
Birch Split Piles for Construction
Large split birch wood piles, pointed ends, used in temporary construction formwork. As nonconiferous piles under 4404.20.00.90, they are roughly shaped without lengthwise sawing. Economical for site-specific piling needs.
Locust Wood Stakes for Vineyard Supports
Pointed black locust stakes, split from logs, for vineyard trellising. Nonconiferous pickets and stakes in 4404.20.00.90 due to rough trimming only. Known for rot resistance in agricultural settings.
Basswood Chipwood for Crafts
Rough basswood chips and chipwood for basket weaving and crafts. Falls under nonconiferous chipwood and the like in 4404.20.00.90, suitable for manual transformation. Soft wood ideal for hobbyists.
Hackberry Hoopwood for Crafts
Split hackberry hoopwood for wreath making and rustic crafts. Nonconiferous hoopwood in 4404.20.00.90, roughly bent by natural splitting. Popular in floral and holiday decorations.
Sycamore Walking Cane Blanks
Rough sycamore wood blanks for custom walking canes, trimmed but unturned. Suitable for 4404.20.00.90 as nonconiferous sticks for walking-stick manufacture. Lightweight hardwood option.
Poplar Split Fence Stakes
Pointed poplar split stakes for field fencing, not sawn lengthwise. Nonconiferous stakes under 4404.20.00.90, roughly pointed for quick installation. Cost-effective for large-scale farming.
Alder Tool Handle Rough Cuts
Rough-cut alder sticks for shovel and hoe handles, minimally trimmed. Fits 4404.20.00.90 as nonconiferous wood for tool handles. Sustainable fast-growing species.
Butternut Chipwood for Landscaping
Rough butternut wood chips, chipwood style, for decorative landscaping mulch. Nonconiferous chipwood in 4404.20.00.90 without binders or compression. Adds aesthetic texture to garden paths.