Cumaru Veneer Sheets

Cumaru (Dipteryx odorata), Brazilian teak substitute tropical hardwood, thinly sliced ≤6 mm for flooring veneers and heavy-duty paneling. Highly durable with oily texture; planed for lamination. Fits HTS 4408.39.02 criteria for tropical veneers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

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