Sawn Western Hemlock Lumber 2x4
Rough-sawn Western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) lumber measuring 2 inches by 4 inches by 8 feet, sliced lengthwise with thickness exceeding 6 mm, planed on two sides but not further treated. Classified under HTS 4407.19.0065 as 'other' sawn coniferous hemlock wood, not chemically treated, for general construction use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sourced from mixed hemlock-fir stands
Mixed Western hemlock and fir from unknown proportions classified as 'Hem-fir' under 4407.14.
If fully kiln-dried or heat treated
Heat-treated lumber falls under 'treated' coniferous wood in 4407.29, not untreated.
If planed, sanded, or finger-jointed beyond basic sawing
Higher processing like profiling or end-jointing moves to Chapter 44 heading 4409 for worked wood.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain phytosanitary certificate confirming no pests or diseases per ISPM 15 standards for untreated hemlock
• Verify species documentation as Tsuga spp. to avoid reclassification; provide mill certificates
• Watch for end-jointing which may shift to different subheading; declare exact moisture content
Related Products under HTS 4407.19.00.65
Sanded Mountain Hemlock Planks
Sawn Mountain hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) planks, sliced lengthwise, sanded surface, thickness 20mm, untreated for furniture making or paneling. HTS 4407.19.0065 covers other untreated hemlock sawn wood exceeding 6mm.
End-Jointed Hemlock Studs 2x6
Lengthwise sawn hemlock studs 2x6, end-jointed for stability but not finger-jointed per note exclusions, untreated, >6mm thick. HTS 4407.19.0065 for other hemlock sawn wood.
Sliced Hemlock Veneer Backing Sheets
Thin sliced hemlock sheets >6mm thick used as backing for decorative panels, sawn lengthwise, sanded, untreated. Covered by HTS 4407.19.0065 as other hemlock not further processed.
Planed Eastern Hemlock Beams
Planed Eastern hemlock (Tsuga canadensis) beams 6x8 inches, sawn lengthwise, untreated for timber framing. HTS 4407.19.0065 applies to other untreated hemlock exceeding 6mm.
Untreated Hemlock Framing Lumber 4x4
Sawn 4x4 hemlock posts for framing, planed and sanded lightly, untreated, exceeding 6mm thickness. HTS 4407.19.0065 for other hemlock sawn coniferous wood.
Planed Hemlock 1x6 Boards
Sliced and planed hemlock (Tsuga spp.) boards nominally 1 inch by 6 inches, thickness over 6 mm after planing, untreated and suitable for interior trim or shelving. Fits HTS 4407.19.0065 as other untreated hemlock sawn lengthwise, not end-jointed.