Hybrid Glulam-Steel Beams

Composite beams combining glulam core with steel flitch plates for enhanced strength. Primary wood classification under HTS 4418.81 as glulam timber with metal reinforcement. Used in seismic zones requiring hybrid performance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.2%+35.0%38.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇨🇦Canada3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇩🇪Germany3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇯🇵Japan3.2%+10.0%13.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7308.90Lower: 10% vs 38.2%

If steel dominates structural function

Steel structures with minor wood are iron/steel classification.

4418Same rate: 38.2%

If assembled as complete truss systems

Hybrid joinery assemblies use other subheadings.

7301.20Lower: 10% vs 38.2%

If primarily steel angle sections

Steel angles classify in Chapter 73 regardless of wood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Value wood vs metal components separately for correct duty assessment

Provide engineering calcs showing wood as principal structural element

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Western Red Cedar Glulam Roof Trusses

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Hem-Fir Glulam I-Joists

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