Hard maple
Wood sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6 mm: > Other: > Of maple (Acer spp.) > Hard maple
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 4407.93.00.10
Hard Maple Lumber 1x6 Boards
Sawn hardwood lumber from hard maple (Acer saccharum) measuring 1 inch thick by 6 inches wide, planed and sanded for smooth finish, exceeding 6mm thickness. Classified under HTS 4407.93.0010 as sawn or chipped lengthwise, of hard maple species. Used primarily for high-end cabinetry and furniture making due to its durability and fine grain.
S2S Hard Maple Quarter Sawn Planks
Quarter-sawn hard maple planks surfaced on two sides (S2S), typically 4/4 thickness (about 25mm), sliced lengthwise for stability and ray fleck pattern. Falls under HTS 4407.93.0010 as peeled or sliced wood >6mm of hard maple. Ideal for musical instruments and architectural millwork.
Planed Hard Maple 8/4 Beams
Thickness planed hard maple beams at 8/4 (2 inches nominal, ~50mm actual), sawn lengthwise for structural applications. HTS 4407.93.0010 applies to this sanded, end-jointed possible maple wood exceeding 6mm. Commonly used in custom furniture legs and gunstocks.
FAS Grade Hard Maple Lumber
First and Seconds (FAS) grade hard maple sawn lumber, typically 6/4 to 8/4 thickness, planed or rough sawn exceeding 6mm. Classified HTS 4407.93.0010 for superior quality maple (Acer spp.) used in fine woodworking. Features minimal defects for premium applications.
Hard Maple End-Jointed Panels
End-jointed hard maple panels assembled from shorter lengths, planed and sanded, thickness over 6mm for dimensionally stable panels. HTS 4407.93.0010 covers this sawn/peeled maple wood. Suitable for tabletops and shelving.
Rift Sawn Hard Maple Boards
Rift sawn hard maple boards cut at angle for straight grain, 4/4 thickness (~25mm), surfaced one side. Under HTS 4407.93.0010 as sliced lengthwise maple exceeding 6mm. Preferred for flooring and cabinet doors.
Hard Maple Stair Treads Blanks
Rough sawn hard maple blanks sized for stair treads, 5/4 thickness exceeding 6mm, lengthwise chipped. HTS 4407.93.0010 for unfinished hard maple lumber. Machined later into finished architectural components.
Bookmatched Hard Maple Flitches
Bookmatched flitches of hard maple sliced lengthwise, planed, >6mm thick for matched grain patterns. Classified HTS 4407.93.0010 as peeled maple wood. Used for high-end tabletops and conference tables.
Hard Maple Guitar Neck Blanks
Selected hard maple blanks sawn for guitar necks, 1-3/16" thick, straight grain quarter sawn. HTS 4407.93.0010 as sawn maple >6mm for musical instrument parts. Quarter sawn for stability under string tension.
Sanded Hard Maple Countertop Slabs
Live edge or squared hard maple slabs sanded both faces, 1-1/2 to 3 inches thick for butcher blocks. Under HTS 4407.93.0010 as sanded sawn maple exceeding 6mm. Natural grain for kitchen applications.
Hard Maple Drawer Side Stock
Sawn hard maple stock ripped to drawer side dimensions, S4S surfaced, >6mm thick. HTS 4407.93.0010 for planed maple lumber. Stable straight grain resists warping in furniture drawers.
Hard Maple Turning Squares
Squared hard maple blanks for lathe turning, 3x3x12 inches, rough sawn exceeding 6mm. Classified HTS 4407.93.0010 as chipped lengthwise maple. For tool handles and decorative turnings.
Select Hard Maple Panel Stock
Select grade hard maple consistently ripped for 3/8" panels, S2S planed over 6mm. HTS 4407.93.0010 for sanded maple suitable for face frame construction. Minimal color variation.
Hard Maple Carving Blanks
Kiln-dried hard maple blanks selected for carving, 2x6x12 dimensions exceeding 6mm thickness. Under HTS 4407.93.0010 as sawn planed maple. Uniform density ideal for detailed sculpting.
Hard Maple Furniture Leg Blanks
Turned leg blanks rough sawn from hard maple, 2-1/4" square x 30" length, >6mm. HTS 4407.93.0010 covers these sawn maple blanks before final turning. Tapered leg profile allowance.