Quartersawn Walnut Lumber 5/4x6x10 ft from China
Quartersawn black walnut lumber (5/4 thickness x 6in x 10ft) prized for stability in musical instruments. Sawn lengthwise exceeding 6mm, lightly planed, fits HTS 4407.99.0261 Juglans classification.
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
• Specify quartersawn vs flatsawn in invoices; affects value but not classification
• Kiln-drying records mandatory for entries >$2,500 under APHIS regulations
• Bundle securely to prevent warp claims during ocean transit