New Pine Softwood Vat Staves from China

Heavy-duty new pine softwood staves dimensioned for large fermentation vats in cider and beer production, featuring extra thickness for pressure resistance. Designed for tight cooperage with tongue-and-groove ends for seamless assembly. HTS 4416.00.60.10 applies to these new softwood staves.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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

Use volumetric measurements for customs declaration; weight alone doesn't capture stave count accurately

Avoid mixing with hardwood staves in same shipment to prevent blended classification issues

Retain mill production records showing 'new' status vs. reclaimed wood under 4416.00.90