Imbuia Sawn Boards 2x4 from Mexico
Imbuia (Phoebe porosa) tropical hardwood sawn lengthwise into 2x4 dimensional lumber, end-jointed for stability, thickness over 6 mm. Falls under HTS 4407.22.0091 as 'other' Virola, Imbuia, Balsa tropical sawn wood, not qualifying as thin veneer. Valued for its durability and attractive grain in cabinetry and flooring.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Include CITES Appendix II permit for Imbuia as it's regulated Brazilian rosewood relative; declare scientific name precisely
• Measure moisture content (<19%) and document kiln-drying to comply with wood packaging regulations
• Avoid bundling with finger-jointed pieces exceeding end-joint limits that could reclassify as Chapter 44 mouldings