Paulownia Kayak Core Rough Blocks

Rough paulownia blocks for stitch-and-glue kayak cores, stripped of bark. HTS 4403.99.0175 classification for paulownia rough wood prized in boat-building for strength-to-weight ratio.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8903Lower: 11% vs 35%

If as finished kayak

Complete kayaks or canoes use watercraft headings.

4412.31Lower: 18% vs 35%

If with laminations

Laminated paulownia panels become plywood.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If replaced by plastic foam core

Foam core kayaks use plastics chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Water resistance treatments applied domestically post-import

Declare intended use as core material for accurate classification

Palletize with dunnage to prevent saltwater contamination

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