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

Appleton's rich, besides he's a softwood man an' ain't fixed for handlin' veneer, so I might's well get in on the bird's-eye as let you an' Creed an' Lebolt steal it all.

From The Promise A Tale of the Great Northwest by Hendryx, James B. (James Beardsley)