Pine Tight Barrelheads for Whiskey Aging

Circular pine wood barrelheads designed for tight barrels used in whiskey maturation, featuring precisely fitted joints to ensure an airtight seal. Classified under HTS 4416.00.60.30 as new tight barrelheads of softwood (pine), essential parts for coopers' products like oak barrels. These resist liquid leakage during long-term spirit aging.

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 imported as rough sawn lumber rather than shaped barrelheads

Unworked coniferous wood (Hem-fir) falls under Chapter 44 heading 4407 before cooperage shaping.

4418.40.00.00Higher: 38.2% vs 35%

If assembled into complete barrels rather than individual heads

Complete wooden barrels and vats are classified under 4418, not parts like heads.

4416.00Same rate: 35%

If made from hardwood like oak instead of softwood

Tight barrelheads of hardwood shift to the hardwood subheading within the same heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify softwood species (e.g

pine, spruce) via phytosanitary certificates to meet ISPM 15 standards and avoid reclassification

Document as 'new tight barrelheads' with precise dimensions and moisture content to prevent customs disputes over fitness for tight cooperage

Pair with matching staves under 4416.00.60.10; inspect for kiln-drying certificates to comply with fumigation rules