Lumber from 🇩🇪 Germany: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for lumber imported from Germany. Total 2025 imports: $10M.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on lumber from Germany?
Lumber imported into the United States from Germany must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Lumber — Duty Rates
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Search Lumber HTS codesTop Lumber Imports from Germany (2025)
| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 441249 | LAMINATED VENEERED LUMBER AKA LVL, WITH BOTH OUTER PLIES OF CONIFEROUS WOOD | $9M | $250K |
| 441242 | LAMINATED VENEERED LUMBER AKA LVL, WITH AT LEAST ONE OUTER PLY OF NON-CONIFEROUS WOOD, NESOI | $571K | $1K |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What duties apply to Canadian softwood lumber?
Canadian softwood lumber is subject to combined anti-dumping and countervailing duties averaging 8-14% depending on the company. These are in addition to any base duty rates under HTS Chapter 44.
What is the base tariff on lumber?
Most sawn lumber (HTS 4407) enters duty-free. Plywood (HTS 4412) has base duties of 0-8% depending on the type. Engineered wood products have varying rates from 0-6%.
What HTS codes cover lumber and wood products?
Lumber falls under HTS Chapter 44. Key codes include 4407 (sawn wood), 4411 (fiberboard), 4412 (plywood), and 4418 (builders' joinery). Classification depends on wood species and processing level.
What tariffs apply to lumber from Germany?
Lumber imported from Germany are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for lumber from Germany?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
What HTS codes apply to lumber from Germany?
Lumber classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or Germany import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when lumber are imported into the United States from Germany. It is not Germany's own import tariff schedule for goods entering Germany.
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