Dark Red Meranti, Light Red Meranti and Meranti Bakau
Sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or for similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded, spliced or end-jointed, of a thickness not exceeding 6 mm: > Of tropical wood: > Dark Red Meranti, Light Red Meranti and Meranti Bakau
Duty Rate (from China)
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)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 4408.31.01.00
Dark Red Meranti Veneer Sheets
Thin sheets of Dark Red Meranti wood, sliced to a thickness not exceeding 6 mm, used primarily for veneering furniture and cabinetry. This tropical hardwood veneer falls under HTS 4408.31.01.00 due to its specific species classification and preparation method of lengthwise slicing or peeling. It is often sanded or end-jointed for seamless application in laminated wood products.
Light Red Meranti Sliced Veneer Panels
Sliced Light Red Meranti veneer panels, planed and sanded to under 6 mm thickness, ideal for decorative interior paneling and high-end flooring underlay. Classified under HTS 4408.31.01.00 for its Meranti species origin and veneering preparation. These sheets are commonly spliced for wider coverage in woodworking applications.
Meranti Bakau End-Jointed Veneer Strips
End-jointed strips of Meranti Bakau tropical wood, peeled and sanded to ≤6 mm for plywood core manufacturing and boat building veneers. This product matches HTS 4408.31.01.00 precisely due to its species and processing for laminated wood applications. The end-jointing enhances stability for curved surface applications.
Sanded Dark Red Meranti Furniture Veneer
Premium sanded Dark Red Meranti veneer sheets under 6 mm thick, sliced lengthwise for luxury furniture facing and restoration projects. Falls under HTS 4408.31.01.00 as tropical Meranti prepared for veneering or plywood lamination. Its fine grain and color make it popular for tabletops and cabinet doors.
Light Red Meranti Spliced Veneer for Plywood
Spliced Light Red Meranti veneer sheets, planed to 3-5 mm thickness, designed for core layers in marine-grade plywood production. Classified in HTS 4408.31.01.00 for its tropical wood origin and veneering specifications. Splicing allows for defect-free, large-format sheets.
Meranti Bakau Planed Veneer for Cabinetry
Planed Meranti Bakau veneer panels not exceeding 6 mm, peeled for kitchen cabinet and architectural millwork applications. This fits HTS 4408.31.01.00 as sliced tropical Meranti for laminated wood uses. Its durability suits high-moisture environments.