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U.S. Examines Wood Imports Amid Tariff Turmoil

8/9/2025

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The U.S. Commerce Department is diving deep into the national security implications of wood product imports, with findings due by November. The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association warns that new tariffs could disrupt consumer choice and price stability, as 87% of members are closely tracking tariffs, with 74% feeling the sting of trade uncertainty.

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The U.S. Commerce Department is diving deep into the national security implications of wood product imports, with findings due by November. The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association warns that new tariffs could disrupt consumer choice and price stability, as 87% of members are closely tracking tariffs, with 74% feeling the sting of trade uncertainty.