Sanded Padauk Sawn Timber 18mm from China
Burmese padauk (Pterocarpus macrocarpus), nonconiferous hardwood, sawn lengthwise, sanded to 18mm for turnery and joinery. HTS 4407.99.02.95 for other nonconiferous >6mm wood, noted for orange-red color that weathers to purple. CITES-regulated species.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Pre-clear CITES with USFWS; delays common without prior permit
• Document end-jointing if used; affects stability claims
• Separate retail packs from bulk to avoid consumer goods classification