Aspen Sawn Stair Treads from China
Populus grandidentata aspen sawn to 38 mm thick x 250 mm wide stair tread blanks, sanded. Classifies HTS 4407.97.00 as sawn aspen lumber exceeding 6 mm, planed permitted. Uniform color ideal for painted interior staircases.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Rip to consistent widths ±1 mm; stair builders reject taper over 2 mm per tread
• Crown measurement max 3 mm across width to prevent rocking installation issues
• Micro-bevel nosing edges at origin saves 40% secondary machining costs