Sanded End-Jointed Cherry Veneer Panels from China
These cherry (Prunus spp.) veneer panels are peeled from logs, end-jointed for extended lengths, sanded smooth, and maintained at under 6mm for use in custom plywood overlays. HTS 4408.90.01.15 covers this as 'other' spliced/end-jointed cherry wood for veneering.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include production process details (slicing, jointing) in commercial invoices; ensure no chemical treatments that could reclassify as modified wood; monitor moisture content for customs valuation