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softwood

[sawft-wood, soft-] / ˈsɔftˌwʊd, ˈsɒft- /


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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

And more recent levies are expected to affect Canada’s copper, furniture and softwood lumber.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

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

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025

We are leaving budding and grafting to experienced workers throughout the country and are endeavoring to develop a method for rooting chestnuts from softwood cuttings.

From Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the 44th Annual Meeting Rochester, N.Y. August 31 and September 1, 1953 by Northern Nut Growers Association