Sanded Beech Flooring Planks from Japan
Select-grade beech wood planks sawn lengthwise, sanded smooth, thickness 19 mm for tongue-and-groove flooring installation. HTS 4407.92.00.00 applies as unfinished sawn/planed beech exceeding 6 mm, prior to final factory finishing. Popular for European-style hardwood floors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure groove depth; if machined beyond basic planing, may classify as profiled wood under 4418
• Maintain 6-9% moisture content certification for stability during ocean transit
• Label as 'unfinished' to prevent reclassification as retail flooring under Chapter 44 finished goods