Planed Balsa Wood Sheets 1/4 inch Thick

Planed balsa wood panels measuring 24x36 inches and 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) thick, sourced from Ochroma lagopus tropical wood. This product fits HTS 4407.22.00.06 as sawn or sliced tropical balsa exceeding 6 mm thickness, sanded for aerospace model applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

4408.90.01Higher: 35% vs 25%

If sliced into veneers ≤6 mm thick

Thinly sliced or peeled balsa classifies as veneer sheets under 4408.90 regardless of tropical origin.

4418.40.00.00Higher: 38.2% vs 25%

If assembled into cellular wooden panels

Balsa core panels for composites fall under 4418 as reconstructed wood materials.

4407.29.02Same rate: 25%

If from non-tropical balsa-like species

Similar low-density woods not specified as tropical balsa go to other coniferous/non-coniferous categories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include fumigation certificates as balsa is prone to insect issues common in tropical imports

Measure thickness precisely; products ≤6 mm shift to Chapter 44 veneers (4408)

Label origin clearly to distinguish from non-tropical woods avoiding higher general duties

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