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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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