Rough Black Maple Flitch from Mexico
Black maple (Acer nigrum) wood in rough flitch form, sapwood stripped for premium yield. Classified HTS 4403.99.0160 as other rough maple wood (Acer spp.). Used by sawmills for high-grade architectural paneling.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.0110%Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Label bundles clearly with species (Acer nigrum) and dimensions for CBP inspection
• Monitor for blue stain fungus—may require treatment affecting classification
• Use container ventilation to prevent mold during long-haul imports