Cypress Shakes from Germany
Hand-split bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) shakes from southern US swamps, naturally rot-resistant without treatment. Used for shingles, shakes, and decorative siding. Meets precise HTS 4418.50.00 definition for shakes over 25mm cross-section.
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
• Wet storage stain common; specify kiln-dried to <15% MC in purchase specs
• Document harvest location; certain swamp regions command premium pricing
• Use nylon straps for bundling; wire can corrode and stain cypress