Hem-Fir Tight Staves from Mexico
Staves from mixed hemlock-fir softwood stands, precision-milled for watertight barrel production in brewing industry. HTS 4416.00.60 covers such softwood staves per subheading definitions. Hem-fir mixture recognized in 4407.14 note extends to coopers' parts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document mixed species origin per 4407.14 note to confirm softwood status
• Measure moisture content (<15%) to ensure suitability for tight barrel use
• Separate from complete barrel shipments to avoid 4417 classification