HS Code:
Roof trusses, typically classified under HS Code 7308 (structures and parts of structures of iron or steel) or more specifically under 4418 (builders' joinery and carpentry of wood, including trusses), are pre-fabricated structural frameworks used to support roofs in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They are essential components in construction, designed to bear loads and provide structural integrity. Roof trusses can be made from wood, steel, or a combination of materials, and their trade is influenced by construction demand, raw material availability, and regional manufacturing capabilities.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $1.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and International Trade Centre (ITC)
$350 million USD
29% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$200 million USD
17% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$150 million USD
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$120 million USD
10% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$80 million USD
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries on steel trusses)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Canada CETA or USMCA)
Rising demand for prefabricated construction components
Increased trade in roof trusses due to faster construction timelines and cost efficiency, particularly in North America and Europe.
2021-2023
Shift towards sustainable materials
Growing preference for wooden trusses over steel in regions with strict environmental regulations, boosting exports from timber-rich countries like Canada and Scandinavia.
2020-2022
Technological advancements in truss design
Adoption of software for custom truss designs and automation in manufacturing has enhanced export competitiveness of countries like Germany and the US.
2019-2023
The US Department of Commerce imposed anti-dumping duties ranging from 8-10% on steel roof trusses from China to counter unfair pricing practices.
March 2023
Potential shift in US imports towards Canadian and European suppliers, increasing costs for US construction firms in the short term.
The EU's Green Deal policies have encouraged the use of sustainably sourced wooden trusses, leading to increased imports from Canada and Scandinavia.
January 2023
Positive for exporters with sustainable certifications; challenges for steel truss exporters due to higher carbon footprint scrutiny.
Post-COVID supply chain bottlenecks for raw materials like timber and steel have started to ease, stabilizing roof truss export prices.
Mid-2023
Improved trade flows and reduced costs for importers, fostering market recovery in construction-heavy regions.