4407.19.00.74 - Rough

This HTS category, 4407.19.00.74, specifically covers rough, untreated wood of yellow cedar (Chamaecyparis nootkatensis) that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced, or peeled. The thickness of this wood must exceed 6 mm. The "rough" designation indicates that the wood has not undergone further processing such as planing, sanding, or end-jointing beyond the initial cutting or peeling stages.

This classification differentiates yellow cedar from other coniferous woods falling under the broader 4407.19.00 category. While sibling category 4407.19.00.75, also for "Other" coniferous woods, might encompass a variety of species, this specific code is exclusively for yellow cedar, also known as Nootka cypress. The distinction is crucial for accurate tariff application based on species-specific timber properties and common trade classifications.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this code is final for rough, untreated yellow cedar lumber meeting the thickness criteria. Examples would include freshly cut lumber directly from the sawmill, still in its raw state, intended for further processing or use in construction and woodworking where a rough finish is acceptable or desired before subsequent treatment or finishing.