Wenge Veneer Sheets from China
Wenge (Millettia laurentii), a dark striped tropical hardwood from Congo, sliced thinly ≤6 mm for exotic veneering in luxury furniture and architectural millwork. Known for durability and unique grain, often planed for seamless application. Falls under HTS 4408.39.02 as other tropical veneers.
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm CITES Appendix II listing for wenge requires export/import permits from both countries
• Inspect for proper splicing if sheets are joined end-to-end to ensure they don't qualify as finished panels
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling thickness; use calipers and include measurements in commercial invoice