Redwood Roofing Shakes from Germany
Premium heart redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) shakes, hand-split for superior rot resistance in coastal applications. HTS 4418.50.0050 covers these as 'other' wood shakes for carpentry, prized for longevity without treatment.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide CITES documentation if harvesting violates endangered species restrictions for old-growth redwood
• Label bundles clearly with species, grade, and dimensions to prevent valuation disputes
• Confirm moisture content below 19% for structural use compliance