Poplar Sliced Flitch for Guitar Backs
Quarter-sawn poplar flitch sliced lengthwise into 8 mm thick sheets, sanded for musical instrument backs. These sliced wood sheets of poplar exceed 6 mm in thickness, meeting the tariff item for poplar and aspen.
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 sheets are cut to shape for musical instruments
Parts of musical instruments may fall under Chapter 92.
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
• Ensure the sheets are not further processed into instrument parts
• Declare the thickness (8 mm) and species (Populus spp.)
• Keep the sheets in rough or sanded condition to qualify under this heading
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