Fraxinus Mandshurica Ash Veneer from China
Sliced veneer from Manchurian Ash (Fraxinus mandshurica), Asian species ≤6 mm thick, sanded for export furniture markets. Dense grain suits high-traffic applications. HTS 4408.90.01.56 encompasses all Fraxinus spp.
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
• Asian Ash sources need enhanced pest risk assessments per USDA APHIS
• Document log origin chain for Lacey Act compliance
• Thickness variance <0.1mm tolerance recommended for customs acceptance