softwood

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In October, a 10-percent duty on imported softwood timber and lumber came into effect, along with a 25-percent duty on certain upholstered furniture and kitchen cabinets.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

In addition, softwood lumber, which is key for home construction, could score relief, they said.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 12, 2025

Prices for lumber and other sawmill products were up month-on-month, led by softwood lumber.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

On Tuesday, Trump's new 10% tariff on softwood lumber came into effect.

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025

We export hickory, black walnut, yellow poplar, white and red oak even to Russia and Sweden, countries that are our keenest rivals in the softwood export business.

From The School Book of Forestry by Pack, Charles Lathrop