Planed Sapelli Timber Boards 25mm from China

Planed and end-jointed Sapelli boards, 25mm thick, sawn lengthwise from tropical Sapelli logs for structural use. Meets HTS 4407.27.00.00 criteria for tropical Sapelli wood over 6mm, sanded for furniture and joinery. Distinct reddish-brown grain pattern.

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

Include mill certificates showing moisture content <12% and kiln-drying records; excess moisture risks rejection

Label shipments clearly as 'Sapelli' with scientific name to prevent misclassification as generic tropical wood

Avoid mixing species in containers; CBP inspections often re-sample mixed tropical shipments, causing delays