New Fir Whiskey Barrel Hoops

Freshly milled fir softwood hoops designed for American whiskey barrels, providing structural reinforcement around staves. These qualify for HTS 4416.00.60.20 as new softwood hoops in the coopers' products category for tight barrels. Ideal for bourbon and scotch barrel construction.

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.

4416.00.90Higher: 38.2% vs 35%

If classified as used or refurbished hoops

The subheading specifies 'new' hoops; worn or repaired ones fall into other coopers' parts categories.

4421.99Lower: 13.3% vs 35%

If for industrial non-coopers' applications like fencing

Hoops not specifically for barrels are other wood articles under 4421, based on end use.

4408.31.01.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If veneer sheets used in hoop lamination

Softwood veneers for further processing into hoops are under 4408, not finished coopers' parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide blueprints or specs showing hoop dimensions match standard barrel sizes to prove coopers' product status

Avoid bundling with staves in shipments, as sets may classify under assembled articles in 4418

Check for kiln-drying certificates; undried softwood risks quarantine and reclassification as rough wood

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