Western Red Cedar Roofing Shingles from China
These are thin, rectangular wooden shingles made specifically from western red cedar (Thuja plicata), designed for roofing applications to provide durable, weather-resistant coverage. They fall under HTS 4418.50.0010 as shingles of western red cedar, distinguished by their species-specific origin and use in builders' joinery and carpentry.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species certification through documentation proving western red cedar origin to avoid reclassification
• Ensure compliance with US building codes (e.g
• ASTM D3161 for wind resistance) and include test reports
• Watch for kiln-drying requirements; untreated shingles may face phytosanitary restrictions