Rough Eastern Red Cedar Timbers 4x4 from Canada
Rough-sawn 4x4 timbers from Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana), chipped lengthwise, thickness exceeding 6mm, untreated. HTS 4407.19.00.76 covers rough other cedar from Juniperus spp., commonly used for fencing and closet linings due to natural insect resistance.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Cedar species must be documented as Juniperus spp.; generic 'cedar' invites scrutiny
• Confirm no end-trimming or jointing; purely rough-sawn qualifies
• Watch for aroma oil content in inspections, as it proves untreated status