End-Jointed Claro Walnut Veneer for Plywood from Mexico
Claro walnut (Juglans hindsii) end-jointed sheets peeled to ≤6mm for plywood core and face applications, lightly sanded. Offers distinctive dark grain for architectural millwork. Classified in 4408.90.0145 as qualifying end-jointed walnut veneer.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming no pests, crucial for walnut imports from certain origins
• Declare exact Juglans species in commercial invoice to match tariff specificity and avoid audits
• Bundle veneers in sequence packs to preserve matching, reducing claims for pattern mismatches