Sawn Meranti Lumber
Dark red meranti (Shorea spp.) sawn lengthwise to over 6 mm thickness, planed for structural timber. This tropical hardwood, with density over 0.8 g/cm³, is classified under this tariff item as other tropical wood, not further manufactured.
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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Import Tips & Compliance
• Meranti (Shorea spp.) is CITES-listed (Appendix III for some species); check if a permit is required
• Provide a density certificate (over 0.8 g/cm³) and species identification
• Ensure the wood is not treated with chemicals, which could affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 4407.29.00
African Mahogany Flitch for Veneer Production
African mahogany (Khaya spp.) sawn flitches exceeding 6 mm thickness, prepared for slicing into veneers. This tropical hardwood, with density over 0.8 g/cm³, is classified under this tariff item as other tropical wood, not further worked.
African Mahogany Sawn Lumber 4/4 Thickness
African mahogany (Khaya spp.) sawn lumber exceeding 6 mm thickness, planed and sanded for furniture making. This tropical hardwood, with density over 0.8 g/cm³, is classified under this tariff item as other tropical wood, not further manufactured.
Bookmatched Khaya Anthotheca Pair Sets
Bookmatched pairs of African mahogany (Khaya anthotheca) sawn lumber over 6 mm thick for tabletops. This tropical hardwood, with density over 0.8 g/cm³, is classified under this tariff item as other tropical wood, not further worked.
End-Jointed African Mahogany Stair Treads
End-jointed African mahogany (Khaya spp.) stair tread blanks, sawn lengthwise over 6 mm thick, lightly sanded. This tropical hardwood, with density over 0.8 g/cm³, is classified under this tariff item as other tropical wood, not further manufactured.
Khaya African Mahogany Planks 8/4 Quarter Sawn
Quarter-sawn African mahogany (Khaya spp.) planks exceeding 6 mm thick, sliced lengthwise and end-jointed for stability. This tropical hardwood, with density over 0.8 g/cm³, is classified under this tariff item as other tropical wood, not further worked.
Peled Okoume Lumber
Okoume (Aucoumea klaineana) veneer sheets peeled to a thickness exceeding 6 mm, sanded on one side. These sheets are used for plywood face veneers and are classified under this tariff item as tropical wood of a density exceeding 0.8 g/cm³, not reduced to sheets of 6 mm or less.