Sawn Teak Lumber from China
Teak wood (Tectona grandis) sawn lengthwise into boards exceeding 6mm thickness, typically planed and sanded for furniture making. Classified under 4407.29.02 as sawn tropical hardwood lumber, not further manufactured into specific articles.
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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permit if teak species requires it; verify with USFWS for endangered listings
• Provide mill certificates confirming thickness >6mm and tropical wood origin
• Avoid misclassification as finished panels by ensuring no tongue/groove or end-jointing beyond basic prep