lumber

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He also raised levies on specific items such as steel, lumber and cars and ended rules that had allowed shipments worth less than $800 to enter the country, among other measures.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

President Trump said Monday that U.S. tariffs on imported autos, pharmaceuticals and lumber from South Korea are rising to 25% from 15%, because the country’s legislature hasn’t enacted the trade agreement with the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

She also said she was still figuring out how to rely a little less on lumber, which faces stiff tariffs, to make furniture.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 8, 2026

This was the largest redwood lumber mill in the world, resulting in clashes with the environmental community for years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2026

Dad didn’t deliver any lumber and tin to Cape Coalwood, even though he had promised.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam