Western Red Cedar Utility Grade Shingles

Economy utility grade shingles from western red cedar with minor knots, suitable for underlayment or less visible siding areas. HTS 4418.50.0010 covers all grades of western red cedar shingles used in 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.

4401.32.00.00Same rate: 35%

If made from compressed cedar sawdust briquettes

Agglomerated wood briquettes (binder ≤3%) classify under fuel wood heading.

4421.91.30.00Lower: 20.7% vs 35%

If for short offcuts sold as kindling

Untreated wood laths/twigs for fuel use heading 4421.

4418Same rate: 35%

If utility grade from bamboo or rattan substitutes

Chapter note includes bamboo; non-conifer woody materials use 'other'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Grade disclosure mandatory; mismatches lead to undervaluation claims

Bulk shipments require strapping/packaging specs on commercial invoice

Pre-validate with entry summary for quota applicability

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