Prefabricated Wood Roof Truss Chord from China
Prefabricated truss chords are elongated structural members cut, drilled, and joined for use in roof truss assemblies, providing tensile and compressive strength. Falls under HTS 4418.99.91.40 as other fabricated structural wood members prior to full truss assembly. Used in modular housing construction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include truss design calculations and fabrication drawings in entry documents
• Ensure compliance with local building codes via certified structural stamps
• Avoid bulk lumber classification by highlighting pre-cut angles and joinery