Rough Yellow Cedar Lumber 2x4 from Mexico
Unplaned yellow cedar (Chamaecyparis nootkatensis) boards measuring 2 inches by 4 inches by random lengths, sawn lengthwise with thickness exceeding 6mm. Classified under HTS 4407.19.0074 as rough, untreated coniferous wood, specifically yellow cedar, not further processed beyond sawing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.0110%Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES documentation if applicable, though yellow cedar is not typically restricted; verify species with botanical certification
• Ensure proper fumigation certificates for coniferous wood to comply with phytosanitary regulations
• Declare exact dimensions and moisture content to avoid misclassification as finger-jointed or kiln-dried