Sliced Mahogany Planks from Germany
Mahogany (Swietenia spp.) sliced or peeled into planks exceeding 6mm thick, sanded for cabinetry use. Falls under 4407.29.02 for tropical wood processed only by sawing/peeling without further assembly.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• CITES Appendix II permit mandatory for Swietenia mahoganies; ensure chain-of-custody docs
• Measure and document actual thickness post-processing to confirm >6mm criterion
• Beware kiln-dried shipments; drying doesn't change classification but requires moisture content certs