4403.99.01.55 - Of cherry (Prunus spp.)

This HTS classification, 4403.99.01.55, specifically covers wood in its rough state that is of cherry (Prunus spp.). This includes logs, billets, and lumber that have not undergone significant shaping or processing beyond the removal of bark or sapwood, or rough squaring. The essential characteristic is that the material is derived from trees belonging to the Prunus genus, which are commonly recognized for their distinctive wood qualities.

This category is distinguished from its siblings by its exclusive focus on cherry wood. For instance, while 4403.99.01.40 pertains to ash, and 4403.99.01.60 to maple, this specific code is dedicated solely to cherry. This granular distinction is crucial for accurate tariff application, as different wood species can have varying import duties and regulatory requirements based on their commercial value and potential uses.

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, its coverage is precise and encompasses all forms of rough cherry wood not already specified in preceding categories within Chapter 44. This means that any consignment of raw cherry timber, regardless of its initial processing stage (as long as it remains "wood in the rough"), would fall under this HTS code, provided it does not meet the criteria for other more specific classifications within the 4403 heading.