Douglas Fir Shingles from Germany
Tapered sawn shingles from Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii), common in Pacific Northwest construction for roofing and siding. HTS 4418.50.0050 'other' category for these builders' shakes and shingles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain SFI or FSC chain-of-custody certification for sustainable sourcing verification
• Measure taper accurately (3/8" butt to 1/8" tip) to distinguish from shingle tiles
• Bundle counts must match declared quantities precisely