Sanded Khaya Spp. Lumber for Guitar Backs
Thickness-sanded lumber from African mahogany (Khaya ivorensis) exceeding 6 mm, sawn or sliced for use as musical instrument backs. This tropical wood is classified under tariff item 4407.29.00 as 'other' tropical sawn wood, valued for its warm tone and attractive figure.
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 |
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- CFIA
All Programs · Required
CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 4406110000–4412990000).
- ECCC
Wildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCC · Required
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE CANADA: ECCC Wildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCC requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Starts With 4407).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wood is from Swietenia spp. (true mahogany)
True mahogany is classified under a separate subheading.
If the wood is not of tropical origin
Non-tropical sawn wood falls under subheading 4407.99.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Clearly state the end-use (musical instrument backs) on the customs declaration, though classification is based on the wood's physical characteristics
• Ensure the wood is not treated with any substances that could trigger other tariff provisions
• Keep records of the species identification for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 4407.29.00
African Mahogany Flitch for Veneer Production
African Mahogany flitches for veneer production are large sawn flitches of Khaya spp. African mahogany, with thickness exceeding 6 mm, prepared for slicing into veneers. They fall under tariff item 4407.29.00 as tropical wood sawn lengthwise, not further manufactured beyond sawing.
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Anigre Tropical Hardwood Beams 15mm
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Aningre Sawn Panels for Veneer Matching
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