Pine End-Matched Studs from China
Kiln-dried pine studs continuously shaped with tongue-and-groove profiles along their ends for seamless end-jointing in framing applications. These coniferous wood products are planed and sanded for smooth finish, classified under HTS 4409.10.05.00 due to end shaping whether or not edges or faces are also profiled.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0325%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)
Import Tips
• Verify coniferous species origin with certificates to confirm 4409.10 eligibility and avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed profile drawings showing end shaping to support classification during customs review
• Ensure moisture content documentation (under 19%) to prevent issues with kiln-dried claims