Oak Weatherboard Shakes from Germany
Split oak shakes for timber framing and board-and-batten siding, providing distinctive grain pattern exposure. HTS 4418.50.0050 'other' for hardwood shakes used in traditional carpentry joinery.
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
• Quercus species verification prevents tropical hardwood restrictions
• Heavy weight requires reinforced packaging declarations
• Natural durability eliminates treatment needs