Paulownia Sapwood-Trimmed Rounds from Mexico
Paulownia wood rounds with sapwood trimmed, remaining in rough cylindrical form. Qualifies for HTS 4403.99.0175 as paulownia in the rough, suitable for lathe turning into tool handles.
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
• Sapwood removal must be documented to justify stripping allowance under heading
• Stack with spacers for air circulation to prevent mold in humid shipments
• Avoid power-sawing; hand-hewing preserves rough classification