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Fraxinus Rough Wood for Guitar Necks

Quarter-sawn ash (Fraxinus spp.) rough blocks selected for straight grain, intended for electric guitar neck blanks. Qualifies under HTS 4403.99.0140 as unworked ash wood in rough form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9202.90Lower: 17.1% vs 35%

If fully manufactured into guitar neck assemblies

Complete musical instrument parts use instrument chapter.

4409.22.90Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If bent, curved, or end-jointed

Profiled or worked ash for specific shapes uses worked wood heading.

4403.99.01Same rate: 35%

If common ash vs premium figured varieties

Different quality grades may use other ash subheadings.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Grain pattern photos/documentation support premium valuations

β€’ Confirm no pre-gluing or shaping occurred during roughing

β€’ Musical instrument end-use declarations streamline processing