Sanded Balsa Wood Planks for RC Aircraft
Sanded balsa planks with 2x6 inch cross-sections, 4 feet long, from Ochroma lagopus, thickness over 6 mm. These planks are used in radio-controlled model aircraft construction and are classified under tariff item 4407.22.00 as tropical balsa sawn lengthwise.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the planks are part of a complete RC aircraft kit
Toys, games and sports requisites of Chapter 95 apply to finished model kits.
If the wood is from a tropical species other than balsa
Covers other tropical wood sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, over 6 mm thick.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the planks are not cut into specific aircraft parts that would classify them under Chapter 95
• Provide CBSA with the wood species and dimensions
• Keep documentation of the wood's tropical origin for tariff purposes
Related Products under Tariff item 4407.22.00
Balsa Core Sawn Panels 15mm
Sawn Balsa panels, 15mm thick, for composite sandwich core construction in marine and wind energy applications. These panels are end-jointed and exceed 6mm thickness, qualifying under tariff item 4407.22.00 for tropical wood sawn lengthwise.
Balsa End-Grain Sawn Blocks
Balsa wood sawn into end-grain blocks, 20mm thick, for butcher block-style surfaces and modeling bases. These blocks are end-jointed and exceed 6mm thickness, meeting the criteria for tropical wood under tariff item 4407.22.00.
Balsa End-Jointed Lumber Strips
End-jointed balsa wood strips sawn lengthwise, sanded, 12 mm thick, for pattern-making and core stock. These strips are classified under tariff item 4407.22.00 as end-jointed tropical sawn balsa exceeding 6 mm in thickness, allowing length extension via finger joints.
Balsa End-Jointed Stringers
End-jointed Balsa stringers sawn to 25mm for wind turbine spar cores and aerospace doublers. These stringers are precision sanded and exceed 6mm thickness, qualifying under tariff item 4407.22.00 for tropical wood.
Balsa Sawn Guitar Soundboards
Specially sawn balsa wood blanks for acoustic guitar soundboards, bookmatched pairs, 4 mm thickness. Although the thickness is less than 6 mm, these blanks are classified under tariff item 4407.22.00 as sawn tropical balsa, as the heading allows for musical instrument components.
Balsa Sawn Planks 1x12
Balsa (Ochroma pyramidale) wood sawn into 1x12 wide planks, lightly sanded, thickness exceeding 6 mm. These planks are used for model-making and core materials and are classified under tariff item 4407.22.00 as 'other' tropical sawn wood, differentiated from unsawn wood.