African Mahogany Sawn Lumber 4/4 Thickness

Sawn lumber from Acajou d'Afrique (Khaya spp.), thickness exceeding 6mm, planed and sanded for furniture making. Classified under 4407.29.0206 as tropical wood sawn lengthwise, specifically African mahogany. Ideal for high-end cabinetry due to its rich reddish-brown color and durability.

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.

4407.29.02Same rate: 25%

If sawn from dark red meranti, light red meranti or meranti bakau

Different tropical species like meranti variants fall under separate subheading within coniferous exclusion.

4409Lower: 10% vs 25%

If further machined into moldings or profile wood

Post-import processing into moldings changes classification from rough sawn lumber to worked wood.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 25%

If imported as finished flooring planks

Flooring with grooves, tongue or additional machining exceeds simple planing/sanding limits.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain CITES documentation if from wild-sourced Khaya spp. to prove sustainability; verify species identification via scientific name

Ensure end-jointed pieces meet thickness specs; declare exact moisture content to avoid reclassification

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