4407.12.00.17 - Rough

This HTS classification, 4407.12.00.17, specifically covers rough wood of Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis). This means the timber has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced, or peeled, with a thickness exceeding 6 mm. The wood in this category is characterized by its "rough" state, indicating it has not undergone further processing such as planing, sanding, or end-joining. It is also specifically not treated with any preservatives or chemicals.

The distinction between this category and its sibling, 4407.12.00.18 (Other), lies in the species of coniferous wood. While both fall under the broader category of fir and spruce, this specific sub-classification zeroes in on Sitka spruce, whereas the "Other" category would encompass coniferous woods from other fir or spruce species that meet the general description but are not Sitka spruce.

As a leaf node within the HTS, 4407.12.00.17 has no further subcategories. Therefore, its scope is defined by the specific attributes outlined: rough, untreated Sitka spruce timber exceeding 6 mm in thickness. Examples of products that would fall here include rough-cut lumber intended for further processing into finished goods, such as furniture components, construction materials, or specialized wood products, provided they are derived from Sitka spruce and meet the specified processing and treatment criteria.