Planed Ash Board 4/4 Thickness
Quarter-sawn planed ash (Fraxinus spp.) boards, nominal 4/4 thickness exceeding 6 mm, sliced lengthwise for musical instrument bodies. These boards are sawn or sliced wood of ash and fall under this tariff item.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the boards are cut to specific shapes for musical instruments
This item covers parts and accessories for musical instruments, which would exclude them from Chapter 44.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the boards are not shaped into recognizable instrument parts, which would fall under Chapter 92
• Keep records of the sawing or slicing process to demonstrate compliance
• If the boards are sanded, this is acceptable under the heading
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