Precision-Sanded Balsa Leading Edges for Gliders from China

Sanded to airfoil shape balsa strips for glider leading edges, 12 mm thick, Ochroma lagopus tropical wood. HTS 4407.22.00.06 for sawn tropical balsa exceeding 6 mm, basic planing/sanding allowed.

Duty Rate — China → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Profile tolerance documentation shows only planing/sanding, not 'machined' status

Aerospace certifications voluntary but aid in proving legitimate end-use

Lightweight packaging essential; damage alters declared dimensions