Planed Cherry Veneer Sheets for Musical Instruments from Mexico
Precisely planed cherry veneer sheets from Prunus spp., thickness 0.6-1.5 mm, sliced for soundboard and body veneering on guitars and violins. Offers resonant tonewood properties. Qualifies under 4408.90.0166 as specialty cherry veneers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specialize invoices for 'tonewood veneer' to differentiate from general furniture use
• Comply with USFWS if any endangered species mix, though pure cherry is safe
• Certify density and grain orientation for musical applications to justify premium valuation