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Hem-Fir LVL Header

Laminated header beam from Hem-fir mixed coniferous species with both outer plies coniferous, for window and door openings. Classified 4412.49.00.00 as LVL per chapter notes including mixed stands. Engineered for high load-bearing in residential headers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4407.14.00.00Same rate: 35%

If non-laminated dimension lumber form

Sawn Hem-fir lumber without veneer lamination uses 4407.14 for coniferous wood.

4412.10.90.00Same rate: 35%

If one or both outer plies non-coniferous

Presence of hardwood veneer on exterior shifts classification to 4412.10 other plywood.

4411.94.00Same rate: 35%

If higher density fiberboard construction

If made from wood fibers rather than veneers, it becomes density fiberboard under 4411.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide Hem-fir origin documentation per subheading note; include pressure treatment certificates if applicable; segregate from hardwood LVL to prevent 4412.94 errors

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