Aspen Sawn Stair Treads from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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