Meranti Laminated Veneered Lumber (LVL) from United States
Meranti laminated veneer lumber (LVL) beams have outer plies of meranti, a tropical hardwood from Southeast Asia, designed for structural framing in construction. These beams are classified under 4412.41.00 because they are LVL with at least one outer ply of tropical wood. The meranti veneer offers a balance of strength and aesthetic appeal.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
50%
Rate breakdown
26SUR5050%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 50% on US products
Import Tips
• Specify the meranti species (e.g
• Shorea spp.) and its tropical origin on the commercial invoice
• Ensure the LVL beams comply with Canadian building codes and provide certification of structural properties
• Be prepared to demonstrate that the outer ply is tropical wood if CBSA requests