New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Log Cabin Prefabricated Home

Pre-cut log cabin kit with interlocking wooden logs, roof, and floor system for residential assembly. Classified in HTS 9406.10.00.00 as a wooden prefabricated building finished in the factory.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.6%+37.5%40.1%
🇲🇽Mexico2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇨🇦Canada2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4407.11.00Lower: 35% vs 40.1%

If imported as rough sawn logs without pre-cutting for specific building design

Unprocessed coniferous wood logs classify under Chapter 44 raw materials.

9406.90.01Higher: 52.9% vs 40.1%

If with predominant metal chassis for transportable tiny homes

Transportable buildings with metal base structure shift out of pure wood classification.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include kiln-drying certificates for logs to demonstrate compliance with USDA APHIS requirements

• Photograph pre-assembly at factory to support 'prefabricated building' claim during entry

• Separate valuation for optional add-ons like plumbing kits to prevent duty escalation