End-Jointed Birch Drawer Front Veneer from Mexico
Birch (Betula spp.) veneer sheets specifically dimensioned for drawer fronts, ≤6mm thick, end-jointed for length and spliced for uniformity. Classifies HTS 4408.90.0110 as spliced/end-jointed birch veneers. Used in kitchen cabinet manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Pre-cut dimensions acceptable if still qualify as veneering sheets, not finished articles
• Ensure no machining beyond basic splicing that would reclassify as 'worked wood'
• Batch consistency critical; test glue line strength on sample splices