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President Trump Implements Section 232 Tariffs on Timber, Lumber, and Wood Products
October 1, 2025
On September 28, President Trump signed a Proclamation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, imposing tariffs on imported timber, lumber, and related wood products. The Commerce Department found that reliance on foreign lumber creates risks for U.S. defense, infrastructure, and the economy. These tariffs reduce dependence on imports, address unfair trade practices, and support domestic production. An official federal notice with more details will be published soon.
Effective Date
These tariffs apply to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on October 14, 2025.
Tariff Overview
|
Product Category |
Current Global Tariff |
Global Tariff Effective Jan 1 |
|
Softwood lumber |
10% |
10% (unchanged) |
|
Upholstered furniture |
25% |
30% |
|
Kitchen cabinets & vanities |
25% |
50% |
Additional Details
- United Kingdom - Tariffs are capped at 10%
- EU & Japan - Combined Section 232 + MFN tariffs capped at 15%
- Items not covered by Section 232 generally face reciprocal tariffs
- Potential Tariff Adjustments for Aligned Partners (PTAAP) remains unchanged unless an antidumping or countervailing duty order applies
For more information, view the full Annex List
To view the White House Fact Sheet, visit President Donald J. Trump Addresses the Threat to National Security from Imports of Timber, Lumber, and Their Derivative Products