End-Jointed Sugar Maple Veneer Panels from Mexico
Sugar maple (Acer saccharum) veneer sheets peeled to ≤6mm thickness, end-jointed for length extension, ideal for high-end flooring underlayment. Meets 4408.90.0121 as processed maple wood for similar laminated applications.
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
• Include end-joint certification and moisture content tests (typically <12%) to confirm veneer quality
• Label with exact Acer species to prevent disputes over hard vs soft maple distinctions
• Avoid bulk packaging that could lead to misclassification as rough wood under 4403