Pine Wood Coffin
A traditional pine wood coffin designed for burial purposes, constructed entirely from softwood lumber with simple joinery and a lid. It falls under HTS 4421.20.2000 as an other article of wood specifically classified as a coffin, distinct from furniture or cabinetry. The plain wood construction without metal hardware or extensive decoration qualifies it for this tariff heading.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 3.3% | +35.0% | 38.3% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If assembled with metal hardware or fittings
Coffins incorporating significant metal components shift to other wood articles with metal fittings, changing the classification within Chapter 44.
If marketed as cremation urn furniture
Wooden containers designed for holding ashes and functioning as furniture pieces fall under Chapter 94 furniture headings rather than plain wood articles.
If supplied as unassembled flat-pack components
Pallets, box pallets, and similar unassembled wooden structures for packing are classified under 4415, not finished coffins.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Obtain phytosanitary certificates to prove the wood is free from pests and meets ISPM 15 standards; declare exact wood species for accurate classification; avoid common pitfalls like insufficient fumigation documentation which can lead to quarantines
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Oak Burial Coffin
A durable oak wood coffin for standard burial use, featuring mortise-and-tenon joints and a polished finish. Classified under HTS 4421.20.2000 as 'other' coffins made from hardwood, separate from veneer-faced or laminated products. Its primary function as a wooden burial container dictates this specific tariff subheading.
Poplar Cremation Coffin
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Birch Wood Casket
A birch wood casket with hinged lid and rope handles, intended for burial services. Falls under HTS 4421.20.2000 for other wood coffins, as it is a finished wooden article primarily for human remains containment. Excludes any tool-like features per chapter notes.
Mahogany Luxury Coffin
Premium mahogany wood coffin with beveled edges and natural grain finish for high-end funerals. HTS 4421.20.2000 covers this as an other coffin of tropical hardwood, without exceeding binder limits or resembling Chapter 94 items. Its solid wood construction aligns with Chapter 44 wood articles.
Cedar Aromatic Coffin
Cedar wood coffin valued for its natural insect-repellent aroma, used in burials. Classified in HTS 4421.20.2000 as other wooden coffins, leveraging the chapter note including woody materials like cedar. Simple rectangular form without furniture features.
Maple Veneer-Less Coffin
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