End-Jointed Boxelder Maple Veneer from Japan
Boxelder maple (Acer negundo) veneer end-jointed for musical instrument backs, ≤4mm thick and book-matched. Processed by lengthwise peeling and precise jointing under 4408.90.0121 criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide density and hardness specs (Janka scale) for instrument grade verification
• Use moisture meters at import; >15% can cause warping claims and rejections
• Declare as 'musical instrument veneer' only if end-use proven; otherwise general veneer