United States imposes 10% tariff on New Zealand timber exports

Wednesday 1 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 4 reports · updated Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6:30pm

US President Donald Trump has confirmed a 10% tariff on all softwood lumber and timber imported from New Zealand. While the rate is lower than the 15% baseline for most goods, industry representatives warn the move will have significant financial repercussions for the forestry sector.

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First reported by The Press, Wed 1 Oct 2025, 4:02pm · 4 reports from 3 outlets over 2 hours

The Press via The PostWed 1 Oct 2025, 4:02pm

Wood exports to US get lower 10% tariff (opens in new tab)
NZ HeraldWed 1 Oct 2025, 4:24pm

New Zealand timber industry welcomes 10% US tariff – lower than expected (opens in new tab)
- US slaps 10% tariff on NZ timber imports, industry warns of major impact (opens in new tab) Wed 1 Oct 2025, 5:33pm
StuffWed 1 Oct 2025, 6:30pm

Trump is still announcing tariffs. Are they hitting our wallets yet? (opens in new tab)