Larch Wood Shakes

Heavy-duty shakes from Siberian larch (Larix sibirica), naturally decay-resistant for extreme weather roofing. HTS 4418.50.0050 covers these imported 'other' shakes for durable carpentry joinery.

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.

4407.29.02Lower: 25% vs 35%

If imported as rough larch lumber

Coniferous sawn wood before shake manufacture.

4418.50.00Same rate: 35%

If larch shingle tiles vs shakes

Form factor determines tile vs shake classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Russian-origin larch requires additional Lacey Act declarations

Density testing confirms larch species identification

Gradation by weight per square foot specification

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