End-Jointed Virola Sawn Boards from China
Virola lumber boards sawn lengthwise, end-jointed and sanded to 12mm thickness for stable construction use. Specifically classified in HTS 4407.22.00 for processed Virola tropical wood exceeding 6mm. Used in boat building and light framing.
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
• Document end-jointing process to justify 4407 over 4418 assembled wood; kiln-dry to <15% moisture
• Include grading certificates (FAS or Select) for valuation accuracy
• Beware of illegal logging declarations affecting duty bonds