End-Matched White Oak Hardwood Flooring Strips
End-matched white oak hardwood flooring strips made from white oak (Quercus alba), featuring end-matched joints and tongue-and-groove edges, sanded for a smooth finish. The strips are designed for seamless parquet installation. As non-coniferous wood continuously shaped along ends and edges, they are classified under tariff item 4409.29.90.
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 flooring strips are made of oak
Oak flooring strips are classified under this specific tariff item.
If the strips are assembled into panels
Assembled panels fall under heading 44.18.
If the wood is not shaped
Unshaped oak wood is classified under heading 44.07.
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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
• Confirm the white oak is heat-treated or kiln-dried to meet CBSA phytosanitary standards
• Include the botanical name Quercus alba on the customs declaration
• Consider duty-free entry under trade agreements if applicable
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