Meranti Bakau End-Jointed Veneer Strips from China
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.
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%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include detailed processing records showing slicing/peeling methods to distinguish from rough sawn wood
• Comply with Lacey Act by declaring all wood product contents and sources accurately on import paperwork
• Test for moisture content as high humidity can lead to rejection at ports for mold prevention